2.2 Perform Circulation Analysis Flashcards

1
Q

Who developed the functional classification system for urban streets

A

Federal Highway Administration (FHWA)

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2
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What are the four urban street classifications?

A

Principal arterials (highways), minor arterials, collector streets, and local streets

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3
Q

Max distance for premium transit and rail?

A

1/2 mi.

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4
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Max distance for other bus service (more local)

A

1/4 mi.

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5
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Pedestrian circulation systems at the site scale should provide what 3 functions?

A
  1. ) Access to the Site
  2. ) Mobility within the Site
  3. ) outdoor spaces for socializing and individual activities like reading or eating
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6
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Pedestrian outdoor spaces, created through ped. circulation, should have what characteristics?

A
  1. ) seating
  2. ) food and/or entertainment
  3. ) locations with both sun and shade
  4. ) nearby sources of people (ex. office building)
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7
Q

What parking lots are better for one way circulation?

A

Angled

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8
Q

What parking lots are better for two way circulation?

A

Perpendicular

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9
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What are some ways to mitigate natural runoff and volume when introducing impervious surfaces?

A
  • Edges are curbless or have openings in the curbs to allow stormwater runoff to filter into turf or bioretention areas
  • Porous paving
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