Road signs.
We have a way of ignoring them.
But those signs are there for a good reason…
Which is why it’s so important to understand and obey the road signs that we drive through every day.
To help you with that, we’re going to tell you everything you should know about the Colorado road signs.
This way, you’ll know what they mean and start obeying them. Also, this will help you answer the road sign questions in the Colorado permit test.
So whatever the case, let’s check out the Colorado road signs.
Colorado Traffic Signals
First off, let’s start with the most basic – the traffic signals.
Your red, yellow, and green lights aren’t just one type.
There are several of them – steady lights, steady arrows, flashing lights, and flashing arrows.
Here are the meanings of the different signals shown above.
- Steady red light – you have to come to a full stop. You only move once the red light turns green. If there are no signs, no pedestrians, or no vehicles, you may proceed to turn right while the light is still red.
- Steady yellow light – you have to slow down because the green light will turn red in a few seconds.
- Steady green light – you can proceed straight or turn right or left (unless it’s not allowed). However, even if the signal is green, you need to yield and slow down when pedestrians are crossing.
- Steady red arrow – do not proceed in the direction indicated on the arrow.
- Steady yellow arrow – slow down because a lighted red arrow will appear in a few seconds.
- Steady green arrow – you can turn to the direction indicated on the arrow. If the arrow suddenly turns off, but the light still shows green, you can turn but always yield to the vehicles going straight.
- Flashing yellow arrow – slow down and proceed to turn with caution.
- Flashing red light – stop and then proceed with caution after yielding to pedestrians and other traffic.
- Flashing yellow light – Slow down and proceed with caution.
Colorado Traffic Signs
To be sure, it’s hard to avoid traffic signals.
However, when it comes to traffic signs, some drivers could care less.
But again, these signs are there for a good reason. So it’s always important to be aware of them and obey them, too.
In Colorado, there are 5 types of traffic signs. These are:
- Regulatory signs
- Warning signs
- Advisory signs
- Work zone markers
- Guide signs
Let’s look at them one by one.
Regulatory Signs
Regulatory signs are used to manage or regular the flow of traffic. Usually, these signs instruct motorists how, when, and where to move. You can spot a regulatory sign as it’s commonly colored red and white or white with black wordings.
These are the most common examples of these signs. As you can see, they prohibit you from proceeding either straight, to your right, or a u-turn.
Warning Signs
Warning signs, on the other hand, give drivers a heads up on:
- The shape and condition of the road
- The pedestrians and vehicles you’ll encounter on the roads and intersections ahead
- Other hazards you will be driving close to
These warning signs are in bright yellow, so they can give motorists a heads up even from afar. If you see these ahead, better to slow down and be more attentive to your surroundings.
Advisory Signs
These include railroad signs and emergency notifications with corresponding numbers. These signs are for in case you need to report problems and emergencies.
Work Zone Signs and Markers
Work zone signs are usually in orange, black, and white. This is so you can easily identify them from the rest.
These alert motorists of the nearby construction and maintenance sites and their possible hazards. If you see one, slow down and scan your surroundings.
Guide Signs, Service Signs, and Route Signs
If you need a hint of your location, then these are the signs to look out for.
Guide signs, true to their name, guide you to your destination and give you an estimate of how far it is.
Service signs let you know when you are near facilities, such as gas stations, hospitals, etc.
Route signs and markers usually identify the state, road, or highway you’re in.
Disabled Parking Signs
These alert drivers that these parking areas are only for disabled individuals. To be able to park here, you need a disabled placard to be visible in your vehicle.
If you park on these spots illegally, you can be charged up to $5,000, or serve jail time. If not, your car will get impounded. So always make sure to obey these signs.
Colorado Pavement Markings
Last but not least are your Colorado pavement markings.
There are lines that tell you if you’re allowed to pass other vehicles (overtake) or change lanes.
- Yellow lines: Separate traffic in opposite directions
- Broken Yellow Lines: This means passing or overtaking using the opposite lane is allowed.
- Double Solid Yellow Lines: Cars from both directions can not pass.
- Solid Yellow Lines: You are not allowed to pass.
- Solid and Broken Yellow Lines: You are not allowed to pass if the solid line is in your lane. If the broken yellow line is on your side, then you can pass.
- White lines: Separate lanes of traffic moving in the same direction
- Broken White Line: You can change lanes if it is safe.
- Solid White Line: You are not allowed to change lanes.
Wrapping it Up
So those were the Colorado road signs.
There’s a lot.
We know.
But it’s a good idea to know what these signals, signs, and markings mean to be safe while behind the wheel. That, plus, you don’t want to receive any violations and pay fines.
To be sure, the Colorado road signs are pretty self-explanatory. So make sure to keep an eye out for them at all times.
And if you need to pass the Colorado permit test, going through this article will make it easier to know the answers to the questions.
We hope that this has helped you understand the importance of road signs and follow them.
Safe driving!