What length of super elevation runoff should be used to achieve a super elevation rate of 10%? The design speed is 70 mi/h, and a three-lane cross section (12-ft lanes) is under consideration. Super elevation will be achieved by rotating all three-lanes around the inside edge of the pavement.

What length of super elevation runoff should be used to achieve a super elevation rate of 10%? The design speed is 70 mi/h, and a three-lane cross section (12-ft lanes) is under consideration. Super elevation will be achieved by rotating all three-lanes around the inside edge of the pavement.

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Chapter15: Geometric Design Of Highway Facilities

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