3C-3 Other Pavement Markings Stop Lines Stop lines are white lines painted across the pavement at intersections indicating the position to stop. In urban areas, the line is usually located about four feet before a crosswalk. Drivers must stop at the line, when present, not at the stop sign or traffic control signal. These lines are painted across or partially across the pavement. Pedestrians have the right of way when pedestrians are in these crosswalks.
Crosswalks are sometimes in the middle of the block in residential areas and school areas.
Crosswalk areas may also be unpainted. In front of a railroad crossing, the pavement is sometimes marked with a large white X and two R's. At railroad crossings, a yellow line may be placed on the right side of the center line to prevent passing. A driver may use the center lane to make a left turn. Caution should be used since there may be left turning vehicles from the opposite direction also using the lane.