Soft Shoulder Signs



Soft Shoulder Sign

SKU# W8-4


The Soft Shoulder Sign, also known as MUTCD W8-4, is used to warn drivers that the shoulder of the road is unpaved, unstable, or otherwise soft and may not be able to support the weight of a vehicle. What is the road shoulder? The road shoulder is the area of the road that runs alongside the paved portion of the road and is intended for use in emergencies or as a stopping area for vehicles.



Soft Shoulder Sign Details:

  • Sign is manufactured on durable rust-proof .080" aluminum
  • Pre-punched 3/8" mounting holes in top and bottom for easy installation.
  • Meets M.U.T.C.D. specifications for highway use.
  • See in our catalog on page 22.

In Stock - Usually ships same or next business day.



High Intensity Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum:

MATERIAL SIZE PRICE PER SIGN ADD TO CART Catalog Part #
1 to 4 5 to 9 10 +
This is a close image of the following reflective material: High Intensity Prismatic
High Intensity Prismatic 		24" x 24" $72.60 $68.97 $65.34
W8-4-2424-HIP
30" x 30" $97.90 $93.01 $88.11
W8-4-3030-HIP
36" x 36" $163.79 $155.60 $147.41
W8-4-3636-HIP
48" x 48" $244.20 $231.99 $219.78
W8-4-4848-HIP


Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum:

MATERIAL SIZE PRICE PER SIGN ADD TO CART Catalog Part #
1 to 4 5 to 9 10 +
This is a close image of the following reflective material: Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic
Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic 		24" x 24" $80.85 $76.81 $72.77
W8-4-2424-FYP
30" x 30" $117.81 $111.92 $106.03
W8-4-3030-FYP
36" x 36" $179.08 $170.13 $161.17
W8-4-3636-FYP
48" x 48" $308.44 $293.02 $277.60
W8-4-4848-FYP
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Available Reflective Finishes:

High Intensity Prismatic Reflective Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic Reflective
High Intensity Prismatic
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  • Most common reflective finish used for traffic signs
  • Meets federal minimum requirements
  • 10 Year Outdoor Durability
 Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic
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  • Brightest and most visible
  • Exceeds federal minimum requirements
  • 10 Year Outdoor Durability






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Specifications:

Legend: SOFT SHOULDER
MUTCD Sign Code #: W8-4
Shape: Diamond
Color: BLACK on YELLOW
Available Sizes and Weights:Size: 24" x 24"; Ship Weight: 5 lbs
Size: 30" x 30"; Ship Weight: 7.8 lbs
Size: 36" x 36"; Ship Weight: 11.2 lbs
Size: 48" x 48"; Ship Weight: 19.9 lbs
Available Styles:High Intensity Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum
Fluorescent Yellow Prismatic Reflective on .080" Aluminum
Full Description:

W8-4 have a yellow background color. The text and border are black and it is in the shape of a diamond.
Mounting Hole Placement: Mounting Hole Diagram for Soft Shoulder Sign