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Section 4: Sign Height

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Introduction

The proper sign height:

Signs that are too low may not be visible to road users, particularly in heavy traffic. Likewise, signs that are too low may intrude into the vehicle compartment when struck.

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Height of Signs and Sign Assemblies

Figures 4-15 through 4-22 on the following pages illustrate typical sign height situations. Section 2A.18 and Figure 2A-2 of the 2011 Texas MUTCD describe the height placement requirements for signs.

Sign Height on Front Slope (click in image to see full-size image) Anchor: #BFNPIMDSgrtop

Figure 4-15. Sign Height on Front Slope

Sign Height on Back Slope (click in image to see full-size image) Anchor: #KOASPXQQgrtop

Figure 4-16. Sign Height on Back Slope

Sign Height for Installations with a Supplemental
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Figure 4-17. Sign Height for Installations with a Supplemental Plaque or Flashing Beacon

Sign Height on Curb and Gutter or Raised
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Figure 4-18. Sign Height on Curb and Gutter or Raised Island

Sign Height for Large Sign with Two or
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Figure 4-19. Sign Height for Large Sign with Two or More Posts

Sign Height between Main Lanes and Frontage
Roads (click in image to see full-size image) Anchor: #KTOEKWWPgrtop

Figure 4-20. Sign Height between Main Lanes and Frontage Roads

Sign Height for Texas Reference Marker
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Figure 4-21. Sign Height for Texas Reference Marker Assembly

Sign Height for Reference Location Signs
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Figure 4-22. Sign Height for Reference Location Signs and Chevron Signs

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