Soft Shoulder Signs
SKU# W8-4
The Soft Shoulder Sign, also known as MUTCD W8-4, is used to warn drivers that the shoulder of the road is unpaved, unstable, or otherwise soft and may not be able to support the weight of a vehicle. What is the road shoulder? The road shoulder is the area of the road that runs alongside the paved portion of the road and is intended for use in emergencies or as a stopping area for vehicles.
Soft Shoulder Sign Details:
- 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.
See catalog page 22.
PRICE TABLE
High Intensity Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum:
| MATERIAL | SIZE | WORDING | PRICE | ADD TO CART | Catalog Part # |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
High Intensity Prismatic | 24" x 24" High Intensity Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $72.60 5 to 9: $68.97 10 +: $65.34 |
SKU:W8-4-2424-HIP |
W8-4-2424-HIP |
30" x 30" High Intensity Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $97.90 5 to 9: $93.01 10 +: $88.11 |
SKU:W8-4-3030-HIP |
W8-4-3030-HIP | |
36" x 36" High Intensity Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $163.79 5 to 9: $155.60 10 +: $147.41 |
SKU:W8-4-3636-HIP |
W8-4-3636-HIP | |
48" x 48" High Intensity Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $244.20 5 to 9: $231.99 10 +: $219.78 |
SKU:W8-4-4848-HIP |
W8-4-4848-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 | 24" x 24" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $80.85 5 to 9: $76.81 10 +: $72.77 |
SKU:W8-4-2424-FYP |
W8-4-2424-FYP |
30" x 30" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $117.81 5 to 9: $111.92 10 +: $106.03 |
SKU:W8-4-3030-FYP |
W8-4-3030-FYP | |
36" x 36" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $179.08 5 to 9: $170.13 10 +: $161.17 |
SKU:W8-4-3636-FYP |
W8-4-3636-FYP | |
48" x 48" Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic | Soft Shoulder | 1 to 4: $308.44 5 to 9: $293.02 10 +: $277.60 |
SKU:W8-4-4848-FYP |
W8-4-4848-FYP |
In Stock - Usually ships same or next business day.
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
Other Roadway Condition Signs

Catalog Page 21
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Catalog Page 23
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Specifications:
| Legend: | SOFT SHOULDER |
| MUTCD Sign Code #: | W8-4 |
| Shape: | Diamond |
| Color: | BLACK on YELLOW |
| Available Sizes and Weights: | Size: 24" x 24"; Ship Weight: 5 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: | W8-4 have a yellow background color. The text and border are black and it is in the shape of a diamond. |
| Mounting Hole Placement: | ![]() |

































