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Geometric Design: Vertical Alignment - Theory & Concepts - Vertical Curve

Design of crest and sag vertical curves, calculating elevations, and ensuring adequate sight distance over hills and under bridges.

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Vertical Curve Profile

Initial Grade (

g_1

): +4%

Final Grade (

g_2

): -3%

Curve Length (

L

): 400 m

Curve Type:Crest

Algebraic Difference (

A

):7.0%

K-Value (

L/A

):57.1 m/%

High Point at

X

:228.6 m

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PVC PVI PVTHigh Point

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