Road Construction Ahead Sign - Meaning, Use & Safety Guidelines #3436992 (License: Personal Use)

The image shows a U.S.-style MUTCD-compliant warning sign: a bright orange diamond with bold, uppercase black lettering reading “ROAD CONSTRUCTION AHEAD.” Its high-contrast design ensures visibility during daylight and in adverse weather, serving as a critical advance notice for temporary traffic control zones. The sign is typically placed 1-2 miles before active construction to allow drivers time to adjust speed and lane position safely.

Used by transportation departments and contractors on highways, urban roads, and rural routes to warn of temporary work zones; matches user intent for understanding traffic signage, preparing for travel delays, or researching road safety standards.