Or. Admin. R. 734-020-0210

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

Section 734-020-0210 - Sign Specifications

The specifications for yield signs on transit buses as required by ORS 811.167 are as follows:

(1) The sign housing shall be of adequate size to accommodate the yield symbol.

(2) A flashing light shall internally illuminate the yield sign when the bus is signaling an intention to enter a traffic lane after stopping to receive or discharge passengers.

(3) When flashing the legend shall resemble a yield sign with a downward pointing, equilateral triangle having a red border band and the word "YIELD" in red inside the border band.

(4) The message shall flash at a rate between 30 and 80 flashes per minute.

(5) The sign shall be designed to minimize the visibility of the message when not lighted.

(6) The background shall be flat black.

(7) The lettering shall be all capitols and a minimum of 1-11/16 inches tall.

(8) The equilateral triangle shall be a minimum of 6-3/4 inches tall.

(9) The sign shall have a minimum candlepower of 30 candela and provide uniform lighting throughout the lighted area.

(10) The size, shape and color shall be as provided in this rule and as shown in Exhibit 1.

Or. Admin. R. 734-020-0210

TO 3-1998, f. & cert. ef. 4-16-98

The Exhibit referenced in this rule is not printed in the OAR Compilation. Copies are available from the agency.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 184.616, ORS 184.619 & ORS 811.167

Stats. Implemented: ORS 811.167