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Construction & Temporary Signs

Temporary Lane Shift Sign

An orange arrow directs traffic around a temporary obstruction or lane closure.

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Temporary Lane Shift sign
Temporary Lane Shift

What to Do

Reduce speed and follow the arrow into the available path when safe.

A Detail to Remember

The orange background identifies a temporary condition, unlike a permanent black-and-white direction sign.

Understanding Construction & Temporary Signs

Work zones can change the route, road surface and available lanes. Read the sequence of signs together and watch for traffic control people, workers and equipment beyond the first warning.

Artwork Variations

Compare the symbols, arrows and supplementary wording shown in these examples.

Temporary Lane Shift sign
Temporary Lane Shift
Temporary Lane Shift sign
Temporary Lane Shift

Sources and Review

Checked November 12, 2026. Explanations follow the sources below; image-specific observations refer to the pictured G1 Prep artwork.

Sign artwork: G1 Prep by Roadity. See our editorial policy.

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