SIDEWALK CLOSED AHEAD CROSS HERE Sign Requirements

1. When a SIDEWALK CLOSED AHEAD CROSS HERE Sign Is Used

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

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

2. How and Where It Applies

In the field, R9-11 Sidewalk Closed Ahead Cross Here is typically positioned at the at and in advance of the pedestrian/sidewalk closure. Common deployments include advance pedestrian routing before a sidewalk closure; directs crossing at a safe, accessible point; used with SIDEWALK CLOSED at the closure. Always confirm its size, retroreflective sheeting, spacing, and placement against the CA MUTCD 2026 and the reviewing agency before finalizing the traffic control plan.

3. Placement and Application Notes

Position R9-11 at and in advance of the pedestrian/sidewalk closure.

• Place the sign where drivers have a clear, unobstructed view on approach.
• Mount at the standard height and setback from the edge of the traveled way.
• Do not mount with other signs on the same post unless space constraints require it.

4. Standard Sizes and Visibility Considerations

Typical minimum: 24" × 12" to 24" × 18" (pedestrian sign).

• Choose size based on roadway speed, sight distance, and mounting location.
• Maintain high retroreflectivity for maximum night and adverse-weather visibility.

5. California Notes

Used in California upstream of a sidewalk closure to move pedestrians across at a controlled point before the walkway is blocked.

6. Common Field or Planning Mistakes

• No ADA-compliant alternate pedestrian route shown on the TCP.
• Sidewalk closure not signed in advance (cross-here / ahead signs missing).
• Accessible width and surface of the pedestrian detour not noted.
• Barricades and detectable edging not shown at the closure.