Type I, II, and III Traffic Barricades
Understanding MUTCD-Compliant Barricade Types
Confused by Type 1, 2, and 3 barricades? We will break it down for you. Type I, Type II, and Type III traffic barricades are portable traffic control devices defined and regulated by the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). This national standard ensures that all traffic control devices meet specific guidelines for design, reflectivity, and placement, promoting consistent and safe roadway operations. Each barricade type meets MUTCD requirements regarding reflective sheeting, dimensions, and usage scenarios, ensuring drivers, pedestrians, and workers understand what to expect, regardless of where they travel.Type I Barricade
- MUTCD Guidance: Must have one reflective rail on each side. They often fold up for storage and to transport and deploy.
- Visibility & Construction: Offers basic visibility with fewer reflective panels, making it lighter and easier to deploy.
- Use Cases: Ideal for short-term, low-speed work zones, minor maintenance operations, and simple hazard marking.
- Looking for a Type I solution? Check out our Steel & Plastic Type I Barricade.
Type II Barricade
- MUTCD Guidance: Must have two reflective rails on each side. These often fold for storage and transportation.
- Visibility & Construction: Provides improved visibility compared to Type I, thanks to the additional reflective panel.
- Use Cases: Suited for daytime construction, urban streets, nighttime conditions, and scenarios requiring heightened driver awareness, but not as complex as those needing Type III barricades.
- For enhanced visibility, browse our Folding Plastic Type II Barricade with Engineer Grade Reflective Sheeting.
Type III Barricade
- MUTCD Guidance: Must have three reflective rails on each side.
- Visibility & Construction: The largest and most visible option, offering maximum reflective surface area, durability, and stability.
- Use Cases: Best for long-term projects, major road closures, highway construction, and more hazardous conditions that require superior visibility and strength.
- For maximum durability and compliance, consider our MUTCD-Compliant Type III Barricade.
Economy+ Folding Traffic Barricade
Economy+ Folding Traffic Barricade
Quick Facts:
- 45" tall x 24" wide
- approx. 15 lbs each
- Sheeted with Orange & White stripes - choose from Engineer Grade (EG) or High-Intensity (HI)
- Available in Type 1 with reflective top panel or Type 2 with top and bottom reflective panels
6' Type 3 Barricade with Plastic Rails
6' Type 3 Barricade with Plastic Rails
Quick Facts:
- 6 Foot Plastic Rails
- Galvanized Steel Frame - 13 gauge
- Choose EG or HI Sheeting - one side only