What Do Yellow Road Markings Mean?
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When driving daily, the yellow road markings encountered mainly include single yellow dashed lines, single yellow solid lines, yellow dashed-solid lines, double yellow solid lines, and yellow grid lines. Different types of yellow markings have different meanings, as detailed below: Single Yellow Dashed Line: Yellow dashed lines are also used to separate lanes in different directions, typically found on narrower roads. Whether it's a single or double yellow line, as long as it's dashed, drivers can cross the line to overtake or make a U-turn, provided it is safe to do so. Single Yellow Solid Line: Single yellow solid lines are used on roads with fewer central lanes, strictly prohibiting vehicles from crossing. Thus, driving on the line, overtaking, or making a U-turn is not allowed. When a yellow solid line is painted on the roadside or curb, it indicates that vehicles are prohibited from parking, either temporarily or for extended periods. Yellow Dashed-Solid Line: Yellow dashed-solid lines often appear at locations where ramps or bridges merge into main roads. Vehicles on the dashed side are allowed to temporarily cross the line for overtaking or U-turns, while vehicles on the solid side are prohibited from crossing, as doing so would be a violation. Double Yellow Solid Lines: Yellow solid lines are used to separate lanes in opposite directions, usually painted in the middle of the road. Double yellow lines strictly prohibit vehicles from crossing, meaning driving on the line, overtaking, or making a U-turn is not allowed. Yellow Grid Lines: Parking is prohibited in areas marked with yellow grid lines. These markings indicate zones where stopping for any reason is forbidden and are commonly found in places prone to congestion due to temporary parking, such as schools, offices, residential areas, fire lanes, and intersections. While parking is not allowed, U-turns are permitted in these areas unless explicitly prohibited. Road Markings: These are lines, arrows, text, raised markers, and other indicators on the road surface that convey guidance, restrictions, and warnings to road users. Their purpose is to regulate and guide traffic, and they can be used in conjunction with signs or independently. In addition to yellow markings, common white markings include the following types: White Dashed Line: When painted on road sections, they separate traffic moving in the same direction or serve as safe distance indicators. At intersections, they guide vehicle movement. White Solid Line: When painted on road sections, they separate motor vehicles from non-motor vehicles or indicate the edge of a lane. At intersections, they can serve as guide lanes or stop lines. Double White Dashed Lines: At intersections, they function as yield lines. On road sections, they indicate reversible lanes that change direction over time. Double White Solid Lines: At intersections, they serve as stop lines.