|
DESIGN |
Design:
Implies the concept of alternative solutions
use of engineering judgment
Rigid application of techniques does not constitute good design
Design Criteria
Those requirements that govern the selection of elements and standards for a road
Design Elements
The physical characteristics of a road (width, shoulders, slopes) that when combined, comprise the planned facility ( road ).
Design Standards
The definitive lengths, widths and depths of individual elements (12 foot road width Mgt. road 60 foot min. curve radius)