The "hump bridge" sign is a triangular warning road sign with a red border and a black symbol depicting a curved hump. It warns drivers of a bridge ahead that has a raised centre or hump, indicating an uneven or raised part in the middle of the bridge. Drivers should adjust their speed accordingly to safely cross the hump bridge. This sign is often used on narrow or uneven bridges, overpasses, or roads where the bridge has a distinct upward and downward slope forming a hump shape. It is a relatively rare sign mainly found in the UK and is intended to alert motorists to potential hazards caused by the hump in the bridge structure.
Key Features of the Hump Bridge Sign
- Triangular shape with a red border
- Black curved hump symbol on a white background
- Serves as a warning of a raised center on a bridge
- Often placed on narrow bridges, overpasses, or small roads
- Used to inform drivers to reduce speed and proceed cautiously
Purpose and Placement
- To warn of a narrow or uneven crossing on a bridge
- To alert for potentially difficult driving conditions over the bridge hump
- Often found in areas with increased traffic or pedestrian activity near bridges
- Used since the 1970s primarily in the UK
The sign essentially signals a "hump" or raised shape in the bridge that could pose a danger if not approached carefully.
