Practice Case 2 Length of valley curve less than stopping sight distance (L<S) - 18.2.2.2.2 | 18. Vertical Alignment - 2 | Transportation Engineering - Vol 1
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18.2.2.2.2 - Case 2 Length of valley curve less than stopping sight distance (L<S)

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Practice Questions

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Question 1

Easy

What does L represent in the context of valley curves?

💡 Hint: Think about what distance is crucial in road design.

Question 2

Easy

What is Stopping Sight Distance (SSD)?

💡 Hint: Consider how far a vehicle can travel after a driver reacts.

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Interactive Quizzes

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Question 1

What is the formula for calculating the length L of a valley curve when L is less than SSD?

  • L = 2S - N
  • L = S/N
  • L = N/2

💡 Hint: Think about how we derive L from S and N.

Question 2

True or False: The length of a valley curve can be less than the stopping sight distance without safety implications.

  • True
  • False

💡 Hint: Consider the effects on driver reactions.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

Your road design includes a valley curve with an estimated sight distance of 80m and a deviation angle of 4m. Calculate L and analyze its implications on road safety.

💡 Hint: Be mindful of the total curve extent.

Question 2

A rural road design shows a valley curve length of 100m while SSD required is 90m. Discuss potential safety issues with this design.

💡 Hint: Consider factors like speed limits and gradient changes.

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