
Making a U-turn under the bridge requires waiting for the red light. U-turns anywhere must observe traffic lights, signs, and markings, as well as any time-specific regulations. Precautions for making a U-turn: When making a U-turn, you should turn on the left turn signal in advance. The maximum driving speed must not exceed 30 kilometers per hour, and you must not obstruct other vehicles and pedestrians traveling normally. Other situations where U-turns are permitted are as follows: Presence of a U-turn signal or sign: When there is a U-turn signal at an intersection, you can make a U-turn when the U-turn indicator is green. If there is a U-turn sign at the intersection or a U-turn marking on the lane, you can make a U-turn while ensuring your own and others' safety. No U-turn sign but left turns are allowed (no prohibition of U-turn signs): Vehicles can make a U-turn at intersections where left turns are permitted and no prohibition of U-turn signs or markings are present. It should be noted that vehicles must proceed according to the left turn lane signal without affecting the normal movement of other vehicles. If making a U-turn at an intersection with a left turn waiting area, you can first enter the left turn waiting area when the straight signal is green and wait until the left turn signal turns green before making the U-turn. U-turns are allowed at dashed lines: U-turns are permitted at both white and yellow dashed lines. For double yellow lines with one solid and one dashed, check whether your side is the dashed line. If it is, you can make a U-turn safely; if it is solid, U-turns are not allowed. If encountering double yellow lines with one solid and one dashed at an intersection, you can make a U-turn on the dashed side, but you must not cross the stop line ahead.

I've driven quite a few roads, and whether you need to wait for a red light when making a U-turn under a bridge depends on the specific traffic signals and road markings. Generally, if there are traffic lights controlling the intersection near a bridge or underpass, you must follow the traffic signal rules when making a U-turn and wait for the green light before proceeding. If there are no separate U-turn lights or signs, some places allow U-turns at red lights as long as it's safe and doesn't interfere with straight-moving vehicles, but you must pay special attention to blind spots and pedestrians. In practice, I always prioritize checking whether there are signs like 'No U-turn' or 'No U-turn on Red' at the intersection, otherwise, it's easy to get penalized. The lighting under bridges may be dim, and visibility can be limited, so it's best to slow down and confirm everything clearly before making a U-turn to avoid reckless risks.

I've been driving for ten years and encountered many U-turn situations under bridges. In most cases, the rules for traffic lights at intersections under bridges are the same as on regular roads: if there's a dedicated U-turn signal light, wait for the green light; if there's no dedicated light but no prohibition sign at the intersection, theoretically you can make a U-turn at a red light, but it depends on local traffic regulations. I suggest novice drivers not to rush, as there are often surveillance cameras under bridges, and it's not worth risking fines or penalty points for mistakenly running a red light. It's best to develop the habit of observing the surroundings, such as checking for pedestrians crossing or oncoming vehicles speeding by. Safety is more important than saving those few seconds.

From my experience, it's not always necessary to wait for a red light when making a U-turn under a bridge. If the intersection clearly has traffic light control, the U-turn must obey the signal and wait for a green light to proceed safely. However, many U-turn areas under bridge arches lack traffic lights or have ambiguous signage. In such cases, the key is to assess the right of way and risks: a slow U-turn during a red light might be feasible, provided it doesn't affect other road users. I always stay extra vigilant while driving, especially in unfamiliar cities, checking navigation or local traffic regulations to avoid violations.


