Practice Special Consideration For Hilly Areas (11.4.4) - Introduction to geometric design

Practice: Special consideration for hilly areas

Lesson 11.4.4Introduction to geometric design

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Question 1.
What is slope stability?
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Think about the risks associated with landslides.
Question 2.
Why is drainage important in hilly areas?
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Consider what happens when water accumulates.
3Question 3.
What is the purpose of slope stability in highway design?
- To allow for steep gradients
- To prevent landslides
- To increase construction costs
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Recall the risks involved with unstable slopes.
4Question 4.
True or False: Drainage facilities are less important in hilly areas than in flat areas.
- True
- False
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Think about water management in different terrains.
Question 5.
Given a hillside with a steep slope, outline the steps you would recommend to design a road that ensures slope stability and effective drainage.
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Consider both natural and structural elements in your design.
Question 6.
Evaluate a proposed highway alignment in a mountainous region with frequent landslides. What considerations should be made to enhance the design?
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Think about the environmental factors affecting road stability.

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