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S32(CA) Adopt-A-Highway

The Caltrans S32(CA) specification covers Adopt-A-Highway. Its official drawing provides the sign legend, layout, and design notes.

Sign Name
Adopt-A-Highway
MUTCD Code
S32(CA)
California designation
California-coded sign
Sign Category
Guide & Destination Signs

Specifications

Shape
See official drawing
Color / legend
See the color and material notes in the official specification.

Official Dimension Drawing

Dimensions and variant-specific details are provided in the official PDF. Numeric sizes have not been separately transcribed for this entry.

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    California Application & Variants

    S32(CA) Adopt-A-Highway has separate one-post and two-post specifications. Both belong to one sign code and are counted once.

    One-post layout — See official drawing

    Caltrans one-post specification.

    Two-post layout — See official drawing

    Caltrans two-post specification; includes recognition-panel and symbol instructions.

    When & Where It's Used

    • Adopt-A-Highway
    • California sign design and layout review

    Placement Context

    Where it sits
    Consult the applicable CA MUTCD provisions and the reviewing agency for placement..
    CA MUTCD reference
    Caltrans Sign Specifications; consult the CA MUTCD for application requirements.

    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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