Section 10: Left Lane for Passing Only
Anchor: #i1071721Introduction
The Texas Transportation Code, Section 544.011, states that if TxDOT places a sign that directs slower traffic to travel in a lane other than the farthest left lane, the sign must read “LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY”.
Anchor: #i1071783Signing Guidelines
TxDOT’s policy requires LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY (R4-2aT) signs to be installed along all highways with two or more lanes traveling in the same direction that have a posted speed of 75 miles per hour or higher. The sign should be installed after the speed limit sign using adequate sign spacing.
The LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY sign is required to be installed on the right-hand side of the highway. On divided highways with adequate median width, it is strongly encouraged to install the LEFT LANE FOR PASSING ONLY sign on the left side of the highway as well as the right side.