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W10-14aP Use Next Crossing — Plaque

Directs affected low-clearance vehicles to use the next crossing.

Sign Name
Use Next Crossing — Plaque
MUTCD Code
W10-14aP
Sign Category
Warning Signs

Specifications

Shape
Rectangle (Horizontal)
Color / legend
Black legend and border on yellow background

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.

Use California Table 8B-1 and its notes for roadway selection; pathway/sidewalk applications also reference Table 9A-1. Federal drawing sizes do not establish California installation minimums.

  • Official drawing size30" × 24"
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California Application & Variants

The USE NEXT CROSSING plaque directs affected traffic to the next crossing under section 8B.24. Its instruction differs from the location-only W10-14P plaque.

Size selection: Use California Table 8B-1 and its notes for roadway selection; pathway/sidewalk applications also reference Table 9A-1. Federal drawing sizes do not establish California installation minimums.

When & Where It's Used

  • Railroad or light rail crossing review

Placement Context

Where it sits
The USE NEXT CROSSING plaque directs affected traffic to the next crossing under section 8B.24. Its instruction differs from the location-only W10-14P plaque..
CA MUTCD reference
CA MUTCD 2026 §8B.24

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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