Sign library · Warning

RAILROAD CROSSBUCK

ColorWhite
ShapeX (crossbuck)
FamilyWarning
Where you see itAt the tracks themselves

What it means

You are at the crossing. The white X works like a yield sign to the train: rail traffic always has the right of way.

What you should do

Yield to any train. If lights flash or gates lower, stop behind the line and stay until gates rise fully. Never stop on the tracks, even in slow traffic.

Memory trick

The circle warns ahead; the X marks the spot. Treat the X as a yield sign whose other vehicle weighs 10,000 tons.

The mistake drivers make

Entering the crossing before the far side is clear. If traffic could trap you on the rails, wait behind the line until there is room to cross completely.

Related signs

Signs that live in the same family, or get confused with this one.

RR

RAILROAD CROSSING AHEAD

Yellow · Circle

YIELD

YIELD

Red and white · Triangle, point down

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