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Guide Sign: D5-1 Rest Area Sign with Arrow
The D5-1 rest area sign is a standardized guide sign used to notify drivers of nearby rest stops. According to MUTCD (Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices) guidelines, this sign features a bold symbol and a directional arrow, making it easy to spot on highways and interstates. Whether you're outfitting a new roadway or replacing older signage, this product ensures clarity and compliance for all motorists.
Standard and Specification Details
This D5-1 sign meets national standard specification requirements for traffic control and visibility. Made from durable aluminum and paired with high-intensity reflective sheeting, it stands up to harsh weather conditions. This type of sign is available in a range of sizes to suit highway needs. For safety-critical locations such as flood-prone areas, consider pairing this with options from our Flood Zone Warning Signs collection or High Wind Area Warning Signs for added driver awareness.
Information and Use
This rest area sign provides vital information to long-distance travelers, truck drivers, and families. The arrow on the sign clearly indicates the direction to the nearest rest area, reducing confusion and keeping traffic flowing safely. Each product includes mounting holes for easy installation. Commonly placed at intervals of one mile or more from the facility, these guide signs act as crucial reminders for upcoming services.
General Services Symbol Integration
The D5-1 rest area sign often incorporates a symbol representing general services, such as toilets, phone access, or picnic spots. This visual aid enhances driver response time and meets federal visibility criteria. Looking for additional sign solutions? Explore our Distance Marker Signs or Highway Exit Signs collections to improve your roadside information system. Each product is designed for dependable use and long-term reliability in your state.
Choose the right material for the job:
- ORAJET® 3105 HT: Designed for long-term graphic applications. Especially for hard-to-stick, low-energy plastics with a smooth or slightly textured flat surface such as kayaks, bins, and coolers.
- ORAJET® 3641: This vinyl is typically used for Flat, short-term applications. Perfect for short-term outdoor general signage, window graphics, long-term indoor general signage, permanent wall graphics and murals, & promotional stickers & decals.
- ORAJET® 3651: This vinyl is typically used for short – to medium-term applications. Works well for medium-term outdoor general signage, vehicle decals, long-term indoor general signage, window graphics, permanent wall graphics and murals, industrial labels.
- ORALITE® 5400: Reflective - Economical traffic, guidance, warning and information signs as well as reflective lettering, numbers and symbols. Meets requirements of MUTCD, ASTM D 4956 specifications for Type I, Class 1 retroreflective sheeting.
- ORALITE® 5900: Reflective - Designed for the production of traffic signs for long-term outdoor exposure. Meets requirements of MUTCD, ASTM D 4956 specifications for Type IV, Class 1 retroreflective sheeting.
- ORALITE® 6700: Reflective - Designed for the production of traffic control, guidance, warning and information signs for long-term outdoor exposure. Meets requirements of MUTCD, ASTM D 4956 specifications for Type I, Class 1 retroreflective sheeting.
- ORALITE® 7900: Reflective - Designed for the production of permanent, outdoor traffic control signage. Meets requirements of MUTCD, ASTM D 4956 specifications for Type IX, Class 1 retroreflective sheeting.
- ORALITE® 9900: Reflective - This is the highest-end retroreflective designed for the production of permanent, outdoor traffic control signage. Fully meets and/or exceeds the requirements of ASTM D 4956 for specifications for Type XI, class 1 retroreflective sheeting.
- ORALITE® 5061: Laminiate - Designed for long-term outdoor applications, provides UV protection. Highly recommended for any printing done on reflective materials.
