Vertical Curves

Introduction 1.5 Page

 Definition
 Purpose
 Major Types of Curves

Classification of Vertical Curves 0.5 Page

The vertical curves are classified into following two types;

 Crest Vertical Curves

 Sag Vertical Curves

Crest Vertical Curves 1 Page

Definition, Some description and image

Sag Vertical Curves 1 Page

Definition, Some description and image

Abbreviations: 1 Page

S.S.D –

B.R.T –

B.D –

General Considerations: 1 Page

Crest Curve

Sag Curve

Sight Distance 1.5 Page

Stopping Sight Distance

 Brake Reaction Time and Distance

 Braking Distance and Deceleration
Measurement of Sight Distance in CAD 1 Page

Grade of Vertical Curves 0.5 Page

Measurement of Grade in CAD 1 Page

Design Speed 0.5 Page

AASHTO Design Standards

SAG Vertical Curves

Crest Vertical Curves

Intro 20

Horizontal 15

Vertical 15

Intersections 10

Model 5

Results 1

Recommendations 3

References 2

Title 4

Software 10