ThinkabaraOne Way sign
Regulatory signs · MUTCD R6-1
What it means
Traffic on this street moves only in the direction of the arrow.
How to recognize it
Black horizontal rectangle with a white arrow.
What drivers do
Only turn onto this street in the arrow's direction.
For kids walking and biking
Look in the direction traffic comes from before you cross — on a one-way street it all comes from one side.
Check yourself
A ONE WAY sign points right. What does it mean?
Learning summary, not legal advice. Traffic laws vary by state — check your state driver's handbook. Drawing: our own illustration of the standard MUTCD design.
Frequently asked questions
What does the One Way sign mean?
Traffic on this street moves only in the direction of the arrow.
What should a driver do at a One Way sign?
Only turn onto this street in the arrow's direction.
What does the One Way sign look like?
Black horizontal rectangle with a white arrow. It is a regulatory sign (white, red or black). MUTCD code R6-1.