UNIVERSIDAD TECNOLÓGICA DE LOS ANDES

FACULTAD DE INGENIERIA
ESCUELA PROFESIONAL DEINGENIERIA CIVIL

CURSO: INGLES

MAGISTER: EDITH DUKLIDA VELASQUEZ VALDIVIA

DISEÑO DE CONSTRUCCIÓN DE CARRETERAS

INTEGRANTES:
 Rubí del Carmen Vargas Carbajal
 Ademir Frank Zúniga Flores
 Adriel Zarate Tovar
 Williams David Salcedo Lopez
 Jimena Alexandra Ramirez Cuadros
 Alexander Puclla Suclli
 Jhoel Iván Tunque Alccacondori

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 HIGHWAY CONSTRUCTION DESIGN

The design of a road involves a series of steps and considerations to ensure its safety, efficiency and
durability. Here I present a basic guide to designing a road

 FEASIBILITY STUDY: Before starting the design, a comprehensive feasibility study must
be carried out to evaluate the viability of the project, considering aspects such as traffic
demand, environmental impact, costs and benefits.
 PLANNING: The route of the highway is determined, considering topographic, geological,
hydrological and environmental aspects. The impact on the environment and local
communities must be minimized.
 GEOMETRIC DESIGN: Includes the definition of the horizontal and vertical alignment of
the road, as well as the selection of road width, slopes, curves and superelevations. This is
done with the aim of guaranteeing the safety and comfort of users.
 STRUCTURAL DESIGN: The type of pavement and its thickness are determined,
considering the volume and type of traffic, as well as the characteristics of the soil. Pavements
can be flexible (asphalt) or rigid (concrete).
 DRAINAGE: Drainage systems are designed to prevent the accumulation of water on the
road surface, which can cause deterioration of the pavement and increase the risk of
accidents.
 SIGNAGE AND ROAD SAFETY: The location of traffic signs, road markings, containment
barriers and other devices is planned to guarantee the safety of users.
 ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS: Measures are implemented to minimize the
environmental impact of the highway, such as protecting waterways, revegetating affected
areas, and mitigating noise and air pollution.
 QUALITY CONTROL AND CONSTRUCTION SUPERVISION: During road construction,
periodic inspections are carried out to ensure that the quality and safety standards established
in the design are met.

Es importante destacar que el diseño de una carretera puede variar significativamente dependiendo de
factores como el entorno geográfico, el volumen de tráfico esperado, los recursos disponibles y los
requisitos legales y normativos locales. Por lo tanto, es fundamental contar con la asesoría de
ingenieros y otros profesionales especializados en el diseño de carreteras.