Steep grade/hill road sign (MUTCD W7-1)
MUTCD W7-1

Steep grade/hill Road Sign

What this sign means

Warns of a steep hill or grade ahead. Slow down, shift to a lower gear, and be ready for a long descent.

Sign group
W7 series Hills
MUTCD code
W7-1
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