Where can I obtain more information about the historical development of traffic control devices and the MUTCD, and why certain colors, shapes, designs, dimensions, etc. were chosen?
One of the best references on questions about the history of traffic control devices is a 1971 publication entitled “Traffic Devices—Historical Aspects Thereof.” This book is available from the Institute of Transportation Engineers (www.ite.org). Also, Dr. H. Gene Hawkins of Texas A&M University has compiled a great deal of historical information on the MUTCD and traffic control devices and he provides this information online at http://tcd.tamu.edu/documents/MUTCD_History.htm. Return to Top Return to Frequently Asked Questions.
One of the best references on questions about the history of traffic control devices is a 1971 publication entitled “Traffic Devices—Historical Aspects Thereof.” This book is available from the Institute of Transportation Engineers (www.ite.org). Also, Dr. H. Gene Hawkins of Texas A&M University has compiled a great deal of historical information on the MUTCD and traffic control devices and he provides this information online at https://ceprofs.civil.tamu.edu/ghawkins/MUTCD-History.htm. Return to Top Return to Frequently Asked Questions.
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