ThinkabaraRailroad Crossbuck sign
Railroad signs · MUTCD R15-1
What it means
This is a railroad crossing. Yield to trains.
How to recognize it
White X-shaped sign with RAILROAD CROSSING.
What drivers do
Look both ways and listen. If lights flash or gates are down, stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail and wait. Never stop on the tracks.
For kids walking and biking
Cross tracks only at a marked crossing, and only when no train is coming.
Check yourself
Where must you stop when crossing lights are flashing?
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 Crossbuck sign mean?
This is a railroad crossing. Yield to trains.
What should a driver do at a Railroad Crossbuck sign?
Look both ways and listen. If lights flash or gates are down, stop at least 15 feet from the nearest rail and wait. Never stop on the tracks.
What does the Railroad Crossbuck sign look like?
White X-shaped sign with RAILROAD CROSSING. It is a railroad sign (yellow round / white crossbuck). MUTCD code R15-1.