Distance Signs (Texas MUTCD Section 2D.36, 2D.41 and 2D.42)

Purpose:
 The Distance sign is used to indicate the distance to the destination(s) shown on the sign. The destinations shown on a Distance sign can be a city, town, village, or other traffic generator. Not more than three destinations are used on a Distance sign.
Components:
 The following components make up a Distance sign:
  • Standard:
     Destination name and distance.
  • Optional:
     None.
Figure 3-32 illustrates Distance signs.
Distance Signs (click in image to see full-size image)
Figure 3-32. Distance Signs
Distance signs are typically used at the following locations:
  • On the departures from the intersection of two numbered highway routes,
  • On important routes leaving a municipality, or
  • At periodic intervals between destinations in rural areas.
Distance Shown:
 The distance shown on a Distance sign is the distance from the sign to a permanent landmark in the center of the downtown area, such as the courthouse. If the city or community has no well-defined central area or central business district, the distance shown is to the point where it appears that most drivers would feel that they are in the center of the community in question.