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PAVEMENT MARKING LINE PATTERNS

The three basic patterns of lines each communicate a unique message. [MUTCD Sections 3A.01 and 3A.05] Click on each pattern to learn more, starting with Solid lines.

• Solid lines
• Broken (dashed) lines
• Dotted lines