Four-Way Stop Sign

What Does Four-Way Stop Sign Mean?

A “Four-Way Stop” sign is a regulatory traffic sign designed to indicate that all approaching traffic at an intersection must come to a complete stop and yield the right-of-way to other vehicles according to specific rules.

Characteristics:

• Shape: Typically rectangular with a red background and white text.
• Symbol: The words “STOP” in white letters.
• Placement: Positioned at each approach to an intersection where all four directions of traffic must stop.

Purpose:

• To ensure that all vehicles at the intersection come to a complete stop and then proceed according to the right-of-way rules.
• To regulate traffic flow and reduce the risk of accidents by clearly marking the need for stops at all directions.
• To enhance overall safety by preventing confusion and potential collisions at intersections.

Remember:

• This sign indicates that you must come to a complete stop at the intersection, regardless of which direction you are coming from.
• Yield to vehicles that arrive before you or are already in the intersection.
• Proceed through the intersection only when it is safe and clear of other traffic.