VISITOR EXPERIENCE
WAYSHOWING

PHOTO: Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
for Streets and Highways
2003 EDITION
Part 1
General

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5 Principles of Signs 
Section 1A.02 Principles of Traffic Control Devices

Support:
This Manual contains the basic principles that govern the design and use of traffic control devices for all streets and highways open to public travel regardless of type or class or the public agency having jurisdiction. This Manual's text specifies the restriction on the use of a device if it is intended for limited application or for a specific system. It is important that these principles be given primary consideration in the selction and application of each device.


To be effective, a traffic control device should meet five basic requirements:

A. Fulfill a need;
B. Command attention;
C. Convey a clear, simple meaning;
D. Command respect from road users; and
E. Give adequate time for proper response


Where and how should signs be installed? 

FIGURE 2A-1 Examples of Heights and Lateral Locations of Signs for Typical Installments

Section 2D.52 National Scenic Byway Signs (D6-4, D6-4n)
Support:
Certain roads have been designated by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation as National Scenic Byways or All-American Roads based on their archeological, cultural, historic, natural, recreational, or scenic qualities

State and local highway agencies may install the National Scenic Byways (D6-4 or D6-4n) signs at entrance points to a route that has been recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation as a Natianl Scenic Byway or an All-American Road. The D6-4 or D6-4n sign may be installed on route sign assemblies (see Figure 2D-14) or as part of larger roadside structures. National Scenic Byways signs may also be installed at periodic intervals along the designated routes and at intersections where the designated route turns or follows a different numerical highway. At locations where roadside features have been developed to enhance the traveler's experience such as rest areas, historic sites, interpretive facilities, or scenic overlooks, the National Scenic Byways sign may be placed on the associated sign assembly to inform travelers that the site contributes to the byway travel experience.

Standard:
when a National Scenic Byways sign is installed on a National Scneic AByway or an All-American Road, the design shown for the D6-4 or D6-4n sign in Figure 2D-14 shall be used. Use of this design shall be limited to routes that have been designated as a National Scenic Byway or All-American Road by the U.S. Secretary of Transportation.

If used, the D6-4 or D6-4n sign shall be placed such that the roadway route signs have primary visibility for the road user. 

FIGURE: 2D-14. Examples of Use of the National Scenic Byways Sign
five examples of byway signs


HERE’S YOUR SIGN HERE’S YOUR SIGN 
PHOTO:  Sheyenne River Valley sign


Confirmation Markers Confirmation Markers 
PHOTO: Example of America's Byways sign


Plan ahead for signs
PHOTO: Native American Scenic Byway sign
PHOTO: Sketch Ref #2648 street map with 
"Remove" "Install" notations for signs


Keeping Your Byway Visible 
PHOTO: Point of Interest sign


Place Your Logo Place Your Logo 
PHOTO:  Historic Site sign with upper
left logo placement


Another option for logo placement 
PHOTO:  Point of Interest sign
with upper right logo placement


(Another option for logo placement)
PHOTO: Knife River sign with logo 
placed below the sign


FIGURE: END M4-6

Section 2D.22 END Auxiliary Sign (M4-6)

Guidance:
The END (M4-6) auxiliary sign (see Figure 2D-4) should be used where the route being traveled ends, usually at a junction with another route.

Standard:
If used, the END auxiliary sign shall be mounted either directly above a route sign or above a sign for an alternative route that is part of the designation fo the route being terminated.


NDDOT
North Dakota Department of Transportation
608 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, North Dakota 58505-0700

Ken Kadrmas
Senior Transportation Manager - Signing Section
Maintenance & Engineering Services Divsion
kkadrmas@nd.gov
Office: 701-328-2546

www.dot.nd.gov

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