Do You Need to Wait for the Red Light When Making a U-Turn Under the Bridge?
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Making a U-turn under the bridge does not require waiting for the traffic light. Relevant U-turn regulations: Motor vehicles are not allowed to make a U-turn at locations with no U-turn or no left-turn signs or markings, as well as at railway crossings, crosswalks, bridges, sharp curves, steep slopes, tunnels, or sections of the road prone to danger. Motor vehicles can make a U-turn at locations without no U-turn or no left-turn signs or markings, but they must not obstruct the passage of other vehicles and pedestrians traveling normally. Other situations: When it does not affect the passage of vehicles and pedestrians, and the left side of the stop line is a dashed line, you can make an early U-turn. When there is a left-turn waiting area at an intersection, if the left side of the stop line is a dashed line, you can make an early U-turn without entering the waiting area. If the straight-through light is green, you must enter the waiting area and wait for the green light to turn left. When one side of the centerline is a solid line while driving, you cannot make a U-turn during a red light; you must wait for the green light or follow the arrow indicator to make a U-turn or left turn.
I started driving in my 20s and have been on the road for over a decade now. Making U-turns under bridges is something I encounter frequently. The key lies in traffic regulations: wherever you make a U-turn, if there's a traffic light displayed, you must stop and wait for the red light to turn green before proceeding. The area under a bridge might be somewhat special, but traffic signals don't discriminate by location. If you see a red light while attempting a U-turn, you must stop and wait; otherwise, it's a violation, and the police can issue a fine or deduct points. I've never taken the risk—every time I encounter this situation, I stop properly to avoid accidents and ensure others' driving safety. Additionally, don't forget to check your rearview mirror and blind spots before making a U-turn, especially since lighting under bridges can be poor, requiring extra caution. In short, obeying traffic signals not only protects you but also keeps the road flowing smoothly.
