Originally Posted by
datlas
Someone told me that if a road has a double-yellow line that it's maintained by the state, while those without a double yellow line are maintained by the township. I know you are not in my state, but does that sound right or is it an old wives' tale??
I've heard that said but that is not standard striping and doubtful that it applies to PA, either. Pavement markings, signage, etc. in the US are governed by the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices as any tort lawyer who handles traffic accidents knows word for word better than most highway engineers. Take my word for it.
Anyway, the MUTCD is followed religiously as far as I know. It would be chaos for out of state drivers if states did what they wanted.
BTW, I don't think TN uses township government but I'm not sure.