Pavement Ends Signs
Pavement Ends Sign Specifications
- Sign is manufactured on durable rust-proof .080" aluminum
- Pre-punched 3/8" mounting holes in top and bottom for easy installation.
- Meets M.U.T.C.D. specifications for highway use.
| MATERIAL | SIZE | WORDING | PRICE | ADD TO CART | Catalog Part # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
High Intensity Prismatic | 18" x 18" High Intensity Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $53.13 5 to 9: $50.47 10 +: $47.82 |
SKU:W8-3-1818-HIP |
W8-3-1818-HIP |
30" x 30" High Intensity Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $112.20 5 to 9: $106.59 10 +: $100.98 |
SKU:W8-3-3030-HIP |
W8-3-3030-HIP | |
36" x 36 " High Intensity Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $189.75 5 to 9: $180.26 10 +: $170.78 |
SKU:W8-3-3636-HIP |
W8-3-3636-HIP | |
48" x 48" High Intensity Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $284.02 5 to 9: $269.82 10 +: $255.62 |
SKU:W8-3-4848-HIP |
W8-3-4848-HIP |
In Stock - Usually ships same or next business day.
Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum:| MATERIAL | SIZE | WORDING | PRICE | ADD TO CART | Catalog Part # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | 18" x 18" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $56.65 5 to 9: $53.82 10 +: $50.99 |
SKU:W8-3-1818-FYP |
W8-3-1818-FYP |
30" x 30" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $131.67 5 to 9: $125.09 10 +: $118.50 |
SKU:W8-3-3030-FYP |
W8-3-3030-FYP | |
36" x 36 " Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $200.97 5 to 9: $190.92 10 +: $180.87 |
SKU:W8-3-3636-FYP |
W8-3-3636-FYP | |
48" x 48" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Pavement Ends | 1 to 4: $346.50 5 to 9: $329.18 10 +: $311.85 |
SKU:W8-3-4848-FYP |
W8-3-4848-FYP |
In Stock - Usually ships same or next business day.
About the W8-3 Pavement Ends Sign
The MUTCD W8-3 Pavement Ends sign warns drivers that the paved roadway surface is about to end and transition to gravel, dirt, or another lower-type surface. It is a standard warning sign — a black legend and border on a yellow background in the diamond shape — and is typically posted in advance of the transition so motorists can reduce speed and prepare for changing traction and edge conditions. Advance placement distances follow the guidance in MUTCD Table 2C-4, based on the posted or prevailing speed.
Choosing a Size and Reflective Finish
Rice Signs offers the W8-3 in 18"×18", 30"×30", 36"×36", and 48"×48". Smaller sizes suit low-speed local roads and private drives, while larger sizes are used on higher-speed and multilane roadways where longer legibility distance is required. Every sign is screen-printed on rust-proof .080" aluminum and available in two prismatic reflective grades: High Intensity Prismatic (meets federal minimums, 10-year durability) and Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic (brightest option, exceeds federal minimums, 10-year durability). Both are pre-punched with 3/8" mounting holes for fast installation.
Pavement Ends Sign FAQs
What does a Pavement Ends sign mean?
It warns that the paved surface ends ahead and the road becomes gravel, dirt, or a similar lower-type surface.
Is the W8-3 sign MUTCD compliant?
Yes. It meets Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices specifications for color, shape, and legend for highway use.
What size Pavement Ends sign do I need?
Use the size appropriate to road class and speed — 18"–30" for low-speed local roads, 36"–48" for higher-speed or multilane roadways.
Which reflective sheeting should I choose?
High Intensity Prismatic meets federal minimums for most applications; Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic is brighter and recommended where maximum visibility is needed.
Available Reflective Finishes:
- Most common reflective finish used for traffic signs
- Meets federal minimum requirements
- 10 Year Outdoor Durability
- Brightest and most visible
- Exceeds federal minimum requirements
- 10 Year Outdoor Durability
Sign Installation Hardware
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Specifications:
| Legend: | PAVEMENT ENDS |
| MUTCD Sign Code #: | W8-3 |
| Shape: | Diamond |
| Color: | BLACK on YELLOW |
| Available Sizes and Weights: | Size: 18" x 18"; Ship Weight: 2.8 lbs |
| Size: 30" x 30"; Ship Weight: 7.8 lbs | |
| Size: 36" x 36 "; Ship Weight: 11.2 lbs | |
| Size: 48" x 48"; Ship Weight: 19.9 lbs | |
| Available Styles: | High Intensity Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum |
| Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum | |
| Full Description: | W8-3 have a yellow background color. The text and border are black and it is in the shape of a diamond. |
| Mounting Hole Placement: |  |
