Chapter_09.pdf (1.67 MB)
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PDDM Chapter 9
- Section 9.1 - General
- 9.1.1 - Role of the Designer
- 9.1.2 - Design Requirements and Standards
- 9.1.3 - Exceptions to Design Standards
- 9.1.4 - Variances to FLH Standard Practice and Guidance
- 9.1.5 - Design Philosophy and Context Sensitive Solutions
- Section 9.2 - Guidance and References
- 9.2.1 - Standards of Practice
- 9.2.2 - Guidance
- 9.2.3 - Internal FLH Guidance
- Section 9.3 - Geometric Design
- 9.3.1 - Geometric Design Controls
- 9.3.2 - Aesthetic Considerations
- 9.3.3 - Horizontal and Vertical Alignment Relationships
- 9.3.4 - Combinations of Design Elements and Features
- 9.3.5 - Horizontal Alignment
- 9.3.6 - Vertical Alignment
- 9.3.7 - Sight Distance
- 9.3.8 - Geometric Cross Section
- 9.3.9 - Roadway Widening
- 9.3.10 - Medians
- 9.3.11 - Curbs
- 9.3.12 - Roadside Design Considerations
- 9.3.13 - Foreslopes
- 9.3.14 - Design of Intersections
- 9.3.15 - Railroad-Highway Grade Crossings
- 9.3.16 - Pedestrian Considerations and Facilities
- 9.3.17 - Bicycle Considerations and Facilities
- 9.3.18 - Transit Considerations and Facilities
- 9.3.19 - Parking Lot Layout Considerations
- Section 9.4 - Resurfacing, Restoration and Rehabilitation (RRR) Design
- 9.4.1 - Application of Design Standards
- 9.4.2 - Improvement of Safety Performance
- 9.4.3 - Evaluation of Existing Geometric Design
- 9.4.4 - Improvement of Roadside Conditions
- 9.4.5 - Improvement of Traffic Operations
- 9.4.6 - Evaluation of Pavement and Drainage Structures
- 9.4.7 - Mitigation of Substandard Design Features
- Section 9.5 - Other Highway Design Elements
- 9.5.1 - Earthwork Design
- 9.5.2 - Slope Treatments
- 9.5.3 - Earth Retaining Structures
- 9.5.4 - Landscaping and Restoration of Vegetation
- 9.5.5 - Drainage Design
- 9.5.6 - Soil Erosion and Sediment Control
- 9.5.7 - Parking and Rest Areas
- 9.5.8 - Roadway Appurtenances
- 9.5.9 - Right-of-Way and Utility Considerations
- 9.5.10 - Environmental Protection and Enhancements
- 9.5.11 - Construction Considerations
- Section 9.6 - Plans Specifications and Estimate (PS&E) Development
- 9.6.1 - PS&E Package
- 9.6.2 - Alternative PS&E Development and Contracting Options
- 9.6.3 - PS&E Development at Various Stages of Design
- 9.6.4 - Reviews
- 9.6.5 - Plans
- 9.6.6 - Supporting Information
- 9.6.7 - Construction Schedule and Contract Time
- 9.6.8 - Engineer's Estimate
- 9.6.9 - Specifications
- 9.6.10 - Contract Assembly
- 9.6.11 - Quality Control and Quality Assurance