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Hill sign

W7-1 / Warning signs

A steep downgrade is ahead.

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Hill sign (W7-1)
Hill with grade sign (W7-1a)

Hill with grade

W7-1a

Meaning & what to do
Use low gear sign (W7-2P)

Use low gear

W7-2P

Meaning & what to do
Grade percentage sign (W7-3P)

Grade percentage

W7-3P

Meaning & what to do

Sources & scope

Independent educational summaries by DMV One Way. Sign designs follow MUTCD conventions; state and local rules can add restrictions. Use your current state handbook and the signs on the road for the rules that apply to your trip.

This explanation has not been reviewed yet. Current guide illustrations: public-domain FHWA Standard Highway Signs. Historical illustrations: DMV One Way archive.

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