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What are Highway Reference Markers?

Highway reference markers have been posted along the beltline, and along portions of the interstate to help identify incident locations so that emergency vehicles can respond faster.  Faster removal of incidents such as stalled vehicles, motor vehicle accidents, and other highway emergencies leads to fewer accident related delays.  Reducing the delays on these freeways will lead to decreased travel time and safer travel for all freeway users.

 
Sample Reference Marker:

Reference signs are placed every 2/10 of a mile on the Beltline and on portions of the Interstate system around Madison.

The actual signs are blue, and are located in the median of the freeway.

 

 
What to do in case of an incident:

1.  Locate the nearest reference marker.
2.  Make sure you are in a safe position to make a call.
3.  Dial 911.
4.  Be prepared to:
       Give your location.
       Give your wireless phone number.
       Describe the nature of the incident you are reporting.
       Stay on the line in case the dispatcher needs more information.

For more information, you can contact:

Department of Transportation District 1
2101 Wright Street
Madison, WI 53704-2983
(608) 246-3800
http://www.dot.state.wi.us

 

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