roadside marker

Mile indicator post

A roadside marker is a sign posted along a road to convey information to travelers.

Historical markers commemorate events, figures, or sites of significance: The roadside marker noted where the battle took place.

Others indicate distances, directions, or boundaries.

Mile markers track distance along highways.

Memorial markers often appear where fatal accidents occurred.

Related

scenic overlook · memorial · white cross · ghost bike · cross · flowers · roadkill · distance · milepost · historical · historical society · plaque · monument · turnout · pull off · guardrail · rumble strip · reflector

Opposites
location/placement

roadside markertrail blaze

Mark a new route

scale and commercial purpose

roadside markerbillboard

Large outdoor advertising structure

digital billboard · neon sign · advertising sign · digital display

signage location

roadside markertrail marker

Sign indicating route direction

Family

road, side, marker, roads, roading, roadway, roadways, roadside, sides

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