WAC 468-95-033   In-street pedestrian crossing sign (R1-6a).  Delete sign R1-6 from MUTCD Figure 2B-2, and amend MUTCD Section 2B.12 to read:

     Option:

     The In-Street Pedestrian Crossing (R1-6a) sign (see Figure 2B-2) may be used to remind road users of laws regarding right of way at an unsignalized pedestrian crossing. The legend STATE LAW may be shown at the top of the sign if applicable. The legend STOP FOR may be used in conjunction with the appropriate symbol.

     Guidance:

     If an island (see Chapter 3G) is available, the In-Street Pedestrian Crossing sign, if used, should be placed on the island.

     Standard:

     The In-Street Pedestrian Crossing sign shall not be used at signalized locations.

     The STOP FOR legend shall only be used in States where the State law specifically requires that a driver stop for a pedestrian in a crosswalk.

     If used, the In-Street Pedestrian Crossing sign shall have a black legend (except for the red STOP sign symbol) and border on either a white and/or fluorescent yellow-green background.

     If the In-Street Pedestrian Crossing sign is placed in the roadway, the sign support shall comply with the breakaway requirements of the latest edition of AASHTO's "Specification for Structural Supports for Highway Signs, Luminaries, and Traffic Signals" (see Page i).

     Support:

     The provisions of Section 2A.18 concerning mounting height are not applicable for the In-Street Pedestrian Crossing sign.

     Option:

     The In-Street Pedestrian Crossing sign may be used seasonally to prevent damage in winter because of plowing operations, and may be removed at night where pedestrian activity is minimal.



[Statutory Authority: Chapter 34.05 RCW and RCW 46.36.030. 05-23-003, § 468-95-033, filed 11/3/05, effective 12/4/05.]