AASHTO GDHS (Green Book) Contents Flashcards
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Chapter 1
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New Framework for Geometric Design
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1.1
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Introduction
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1.2
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Project Purposes and Need
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1.3
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Overview of the New Framework for Geometric Design
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1.4
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Functional Classification for Motor Vehicles
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1.5
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Context Classification for Geometric Design
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1.6
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Multimodal Considerations
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1.7
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Design Process to Address Specific Project Types
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1.8
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Design Flexibility
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1.9
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Performance-Based Design
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1.10
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References
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Chapter 2
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Design Controls and Criteria
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2.1
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Introduction
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2.2
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Driver Performance and Human Factors
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2.3
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Traffic Characteristics
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2.4
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Highway Capacity
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2.5
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Access Control and Access Management
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2.6
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Pedestrians
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2.7
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Bicyclists
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2.8
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Design Vehicles
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2.9
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Safety
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2.10
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Environment
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2.11
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References
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Chapter 3
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Elements of Design
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3.1
Introduction
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3.2
Sight Distance
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3.3
Horizontal Alignment
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3.4
Vertical Alignment
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3.5
Combinations of Horizontal and Vertical Alignment
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3.6
Other Features Affecting Geometric Design
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3.7
References
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Chapter 4
Cross-Section Elements
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4.1
General
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4.2
Traveled Way
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4.3
Lane Widths
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4.4
Shoulders
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4.5
Rumble Strips
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4.6
Roadside Design
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4.7
Curbs
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4.8
Drainage Channels and Sideslopes
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4.9
Illustrative Outer Cross Sections
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4.10
Traffic Barriers
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4.11
Medians
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4.12
Frontage Roads
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4.13
Outer Separations
45
4.14
Roadway Traffic Noise Abatement
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4.15
Roadside Control
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4.16
Tunnels
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4.17
Pedestrian Facilities
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4.18
Bicycle Facilities
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4.19
Transit Facilities
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4.20
On-Street Parking
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4.21
References
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Chapter 5
Local Roads and Streets
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5.1
Introduction
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5.2
Local Roads in Rural Areas
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5.3
Local Streets in Urban Areas
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5.4
Recreational Roads
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5.5
Resource Recovery and Local Service Roads
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5.6
Low-Volume Roads
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5.7
References
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Chapter 6
Collector Roads and Streets
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6.1
Introduction
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6.2
Collectors in Rural Areas
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6.3
Collectors in Urban Areas
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6.4
References
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Chapter 7
Arterial Roads and Streets
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7.1
Introduction
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7.2
Arterials in Rural Areas
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7.3
Arterials in Urban Areas
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7.4
References
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Chapter 8
Freeways
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8.1
Introduction
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8.2
General Design Considerations
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8.3
Freeways in Rural Areas
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8.4
Freeways in Urban Areas
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8.5
References
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Chapter 9
Intersections
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9.1
Introduction
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9.2
General Design Considerations and Objectives
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9.3
Types and Examples of Intersections
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9.4
Alignment and Profile
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9.5
Intersection Sight Distance
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9.6
Turning Roadways and Channelization
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9.7
Auxiliary Lanes
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9.8
Median Openings
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9.9
Indirect Left Turns and U-Turns
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9.10
Roundabout Design
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9.11
Other Intersection Design Considerations
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9.12
Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings
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9.13
References
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Chapter 10
Grade Separations and Interchanges
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10.1
Introduction and General Types of Interchanges
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10.2
Warrants for Interchanges and Grade Separations
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10.3
Adaptability of Highway Grade Separations and Interchanges
95
10.4
Access Separations and Control on the Crossroad at Interchanges
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10.5
Safety
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10.6
Stage Development
98
10.7
Economic Factors
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10.8
Grade Separation Structures
100
10.9
Interchanges
101
10.10
References
