A highway is a public road designed and designated for travel by vehicles, pedestrians, and cyclists. Highways are typically maintained and regulated by government authorities, and they vary in size and capacity, from small rural roads to multi-lane expressways and interstate highways. Highways facilitate the transportation of people and goods between cities, towns, and rural areas, serving as vital conduits for commerce, tourism, and everyday travel. They are often constructed with specific standards for safety, signage, and traffic management to ensure efficient and orderly movement of traffic. Highway infrastructure includes features such as bridges, tunnels, interchanges, and rest areas, and they are subject to laws and regulations governing speed limits, vehicle operation, and maintenance.
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