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Welcome to the Office of Signs, Markings & External Support

California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices Branch
       - California MUTCD
       - California MUTCD Training
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  Signs and Work Zones Branch
        - Signs and Work Zones New Policy & Directives
        - Sign Specifications
        - California Sign Chart
        - Contractor Furnished Signs and Standard Plans
        - Tsunami Signing
        - Victims Memorial Sign Program
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  Encroachment Permits Branch
The use of California State highways for other than normal transportation purposes may require written authorization from the Department of Transportation. Caltrans reviews all requests desiring to conduct various activities within the right of way.
  Exit Number Signs
Cal-NExUS (California Numbered Exit Uniform System)
  Specific Service (Business Logo) Signs Program
Program designed to direct motorists not familiar with the area to "FUEL", "FOOD", "LODGING", and "CAMPING" services at or near rural freeway interchanges.
  Tourist Oriented Directional Signs Program
Program designed to guide "out-of-town" travelers to California's tourist attractions.
spacer California Traffic Control Devices Committee (CTCDC)
This committee is the vehicle by which the Department fulfills its obligation to consult with local agencies and the public, before adopting rules and regulations prescribing uniform standards and specifications for all official traffic control devices used in California.