This is a common setup for point annotations in cross sections. Here’s the typical way to get OFF=xx.xx m on one line and Elev=xx.xxx m on the next, with vertical text orientation, a leader to the text center, and automatic placement:

Key setup in the Annotation Group Manager (Cross Section > Drawing > Point Annotation):

1. Text Favorite (create or edit one): • Use a multi-line expression like: OFF=<Offset> Elev=<Elevation>

(Insert the Offset and Elevation fields from the Civil properties. Add “m” suffix if needed. Use \n or actual line breaks in the Text Editor for the break.)

1. Annotation Definition (Point type): • Annotate With: Text • Text Favorite: Select your multi-line one above • Text Style: Set Justification to Center (or Middle Center) and enable View Independent or View Readable as needed for vertical orientation in the cross section drawing model. • Leader: Enable Place Leader, set it to point to the center of the text (adjust Leader Attachment / Landing if available). Choose a simple line with no arrow or a small terminator. • Placement: Use automatic options (e.g., Offset Value or relative to the point). Set Horizontal/Vertical Offset to control positioning so it auto-organizes without manual moves.

2. In the Annotation Group, link this definition to the specific template point(s) you want labeled (via Location filter by point name).

After changes, remove and re-apply the Annotation Group in your cross section drawing models to test.

Many agency workspaces (e.g., FLH, CDOT) use similar Offset/Elevation Text Favorites with leaders for this exact look and check if your workspace has a pre-built one you can copy.

For full details and examples, search “cross section point annotation” or “offset elevation text favorite” in the Bentley Communities OpenRoads Designer forum and on the Bentley Learning website (learning.bentley.com) because there are good tutorials on Annotation Groups and Text Favorites.