12.6.4. Service roads

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a service road?

   Hint

   Think about what local traffic needs.

2. 2.

   Why are service roads important?

   Hint

   Consider traffic congestion.

3. 3.

   What is the primary purpose of service roads?

   • To provide local access to highways
   • To increase speed limits
   • To accommodate parking

   Hint

   Think about their function.

4. 4.

   Service roads help to reduce highway congestion. True or False?

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Reflect on traffic management concepts.

5. 5.

   How would the absence of service roads affect traffic dynamics on expressways during peak hours?

   Hint

   Consider how traffic is managed during busy times.

6. 6.

   Design a service road layout for a new shopping center located near an expressway. What key features would you include?

   Hint

   Think about accessibility and safety.