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R9-11 Sidewalk Closed Ahead Cross Here

Advises pedestrians of a sidewalk closure ahead and directs them to cross at the indicated location before reaching the closure.

Sign Name
Sidewalk Closed Ahead Cross Here
MUTCD Code
R9-11
Sign Category
Pedestrian & Sidewalk Closure Signs

Specifications

Shape
Rectangle (Horizontal)
Color / legend
White background, black legend and arrow

Sizes & Dimensions (inches)

These are dimensions shown on the linked layout. Select the required size using the applicable MUTCD and agency requirements; the smallest drawing size is not necessarily the permitted minimum.

  • Layout size24" × 18"
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When & Where It's Used

  • Advance pedestrian routing before a sidewalk closure
  • Directs crossing at a safe, accessible point
  • Used with SIDEWALK CLOSED at the closure

Placement Context

Where it sits
At and in advance of the pedestrian/sidewalk closure.
CA MUTCD reference
CA MUTCD 2026 Chapter 6G — TTC Zone Regulatory Signs

Educational reference only. This is not an official Caltrans, FHWA, or local agency publication and is not legal or engineering advice. Always verify sign selection, size, placement, spacing, and application against the current CA MUTCD 2026, Caltrans sign specifications, Standard Plans, project documents, and the reviewing agency’s requirements. Local jurisdictions may impose additional requirements, and final selection, placement, and dimensions may require engineering judgment or agency approval. Reference editions: California MUTCD 2026 (effective January 18, 2026) and the Federal MUTCD 11th Edition with Revision 1.

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