ThinkabaraRailroad Crossing Ahead sign
Railroad signs · MUTCD W10-1
What it means
Train tracks cross the road ahead.
How to recognize it
Round yellow sign with an X and two R's — the only round road sign.
What drivers do
Slow down, look and listen for trains, and be ready to stop. School buses and some trucks must stop at every crossing.
For kids walking and biking
Never walk or play on train tracks. Trains can't stop quickly.
Check yourself
What does a round yellow sign with an X and RR 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 Railroad Crossing Ahead sign mean?
Train tracks cross the road ahead.
What should a driver do at a Railroad Crossing Ahead sign?
Slow down, look and listen for trains, and be ready to stop. School buses and some trucks must stop at every crossing.
What does the Railroad Crossing Ahead sign look like?
Round yellow sign with an X and two R's — the only round road sign. It is a railroad sign (yellow round / white crossbuck). MUTCD code W10-1.