Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD)

Publication Number
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Manual Manager
Trevor McCain, Transportation Signing Specialist, Trevor.Mccain@wsdot.wa.gov
Originator
WSDOT

Washington State Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices – 2024-2025 Adoption Process

The Federal Highways Administration, also referred to as the FHWA, published the 11th Edition of the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) in December 2023. The MUTCD sets minimum standards for all Traffic Control Devices used on U.S. roads and highways. This includes all road signs, highway markings, electronic traffic signals, railroad crossings and roadway construction zone areas.

This is the first federal MUTCD update since 2009. Washington state will adopt the MUTCD with state specific revisions in compliance with 23 CFR 633.605. WSDOT is the lead for that process, with local agencies also contributing.

Adoption date

The effective date for the 11th Edition of the MUTCD was Jan. 18, 2024.  Washington has two years from the effective date to adopt the MUTCD with modifications.

Giving feedback

WSDOT plans to collect initial public feedback via an online form, which will be made available on this site as the process develops.

Washington state MUTCD email distribution list

If you would like to receive notifications on the MUTCD adoption process, please sign up for the WSDOT MUTCD email distribution list.

Technical Review Committee

The Technical Review Committee is responsible for public responses about the proposed MUTCD and will advise WSDOT on proposed modifications.

TRC members

Name Organization

Dongho Chang

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Scott Zeller WSDOT Transportation Operations

Trevor McCain

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Dina Swires

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Brian Walsh

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Doug McClanahan

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Flint Jackson

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Scott Davis

WSDOT Transportation Operations

Matthew Enders

WSDOT Transportation Local Programs

Kevin Miller

WSDOT Design Office

Briana Weisgerber

WSDOT Active Transportation

John Milton

WSDOT Safety & Systems Analysis

Jim Weston

WSDOT Maintenance

John Henry Waugh

WSDOT Maintenance

Sarah Ott

WSDOT Olympic Region

Mike Swires

WSDOT Northwest Region

Glenn Wagemann

WSDOT Eastern Region

LisaRenee Shilperoort

WSDOT Southwest Region

James "J" Nelson

Washington Atty. General's Office

Joel Barnett

FHWA - Washington Division

John Deskins

City of Richland

Brennan Kidd

City of Tacoma

Rich Merideth City of Mountlake Terrace
Venu Nemani City of Seattle
Nikki Davis Island County
Rick Perez City of Federal Way
Gerald Okihara City of Spokane
Katherine Casseday Casseday Traffic
Jon Pascal Transpo Group

To send a message to the TRC, please email mutcd@wsdot.wa.gov

Slow down on ice and snow.

It's easier to skid or lose control traveling at higher speeds. Give yourself more time to stop.

Carry chains, practice installing them.

Winter conditions could mean chains are required on your route. Practice putting them on your vehicle ahead of time.

Pack your winter car kit.

Carry extra supplies like warm clothing, ice scraper and brush, jumper cables and other emergency items.