Manual of Specifications and Standards for Six Laning of Highways (Second Revision) 2019 Edition
The 2019 edition of IRC SP 87 outlines detailed guidelines and technical standards for the development of six-lane highways across India. It encompasses aspects such as geometric layout, pavement engineering, structural elements, drainage design, safety measures, toll facility planning, and special considerations for mountainous terrains and tunnels. This manual serves as a crucial resource for professionals involved in the design, execution, and upkeep of six-lane divided highway corridors, promoting consistency, safety, and effective operation.
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The 2019 edition of IRC SP 87 outlines detailed guidelines and technical standards for the development of six-lane highways across India. It encompasses aspects such as geometric layout, pavement engineering, structural elements, drainage design, safety measures, toll facility planning, and special considerations for mountainous terrains and tunnels. This manual serves as a crucial resource for professionals involved in the design, execution, and upkeep of six-lane divided highway corridors, promoting consistency, safety, and effective operation.
Audience
Who Uses This Standard
Engineers specializing in highway design
Civil and structural engineering professionals
Transportation system planners
Managers overseeing highway construction projects
Operators managing toll plaza functions
Experts conducting road safety evaluations
Government agencies responsible for highway infrastructure
Contents
Key Topics Covered
✓Standards for geometric configuration of six-lane roadways
✓Criteria for pavement design and reinforcement
✓Guidelines for bridge and culvert engineering and construction
✓Design principles for median and shoulder drainage
✓Implementation of road safety elements including protective barriers and signage
✓Planning and management of toll plazas and electronic tolling systems
✓Considerations for temporary construction works and phases
✓Assessment of environmental impacts and land use planning
✓Specific provisions addressing hill road and tunnel construction
✓Traffic flow management and design of intersections
✓Facilities for rest and emergency response
✓Structural design methodologies and subsurface investigation protocols
Structure
Table of Contents
1Introduction and Scope
2Standards for Geometric Design
3Design of Intersections
4Pavement Engineering and Construction Methods
5Traffic Management and Safety Measures
6Drainage System Design
7Structural Elements: Bridges and Culverts
8Temporary Construction Works and Considerations
9Installation of Safety Barriers and Road Signage
10Toll Plaza Infrastructure and Operational Guidelines
11Highway Operation and Maintenance Practices
12Provisioning of Rest Stops and Emergency Facilities
13Special Design Requirements for Mountainous Highways
14Tunnel Design and Construction Considerations
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?What are the prescribed minimum geometric design criteria for six-lane highways according to IRC SP 87?▼
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?How should drainage systems be designed to effectively avoid water accumulation in highway medians?▼
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?What are the specified requirements for the design dimensions and construction of bridges and culverts on six-lane highways?▼
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?In what ways are toll plaza layouts and electronic toll collection mechanisms standardized as per IRC SP 87?▼
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?Which safety components, such as barriers and signage, are recommended for inclusion in six-lane highway projects?▼
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