detour sign

Alternate route marker

A detour sign is a traffic sign indicating that drivers must leave the normal route due to road closure, construction, or other obstruction ahead.

The sign typically features an arrow directing traffic onto an alternate path.

Detour signs are usually orange or yellow: Follow the detour signs until you rejoin the highway.

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route guidance

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Roadside route identifier

route marker · interstate sign · destination sign · mile marker · welcome sign

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G