Introduction to the 2000 MUTCD

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Introduction to the 2000 MUTCD
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The MUTCD Describes How Traffic Control Devices
are Used in a Variety of Situations
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Why are Traffic Control Devices Important?

• Traffic control devices provide a number of
  important benefits to the public

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Traffic Control Devices Provide for the Safe and
Orderly Movement of Traffic
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The MUTCD Provides a Common Language with Which
to Communicate to Road Users
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Uniformity
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Five Requirements for Effective Traffic Control
Devices

• Fulfill a need
• Command attention
• Convey a clear, simple meaning
• Command respect from road users
• Give adequate time for proper response

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Who Uses the MUTCD?

• State and local highway officials
• Law enforcement officials
• Construction and manufacturing industries
• Engineering consultants
• Departments of motor vehicles
• Insurance industry

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Important MUTCD Dates
Final Rule published December 18, 2000
Compliance Date varies. If five-year compliance,
then January 17, 2006
Adoption Date January 17, 2003
Effective Date January 17, 2001
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Available Mediums of the Millennium MUTCD

• Since December 2000 on FHWAs MUTCD website
• http//mutcd.fhwa.dot.gov
• Printed and CD ROM versions from professional
  organizations in Spring 2001
• ATSSA, AASHTO, ITE, GPO, and others