Guidelines for the Design of Interchanges in Urban Areas (First Revision)
2017 Edition

IRC 92:2017 outlines detailed recommendations for the planning, designing, and execution of urban interchanges within India. It encompasses aspects such as geometric configurations, traffic management, safety protocols, and the integration of multiple transport modes including pedestrian and bicycle facilities, along with environmental considerations like noise control and landscaping enhancements. This code serves as a vital resource for professionals aiming to create safe, effective, and contextually appropriate interchange infrastructures in metropolitan and suburban areas.

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What This Standard Covers

Key Topics Covered

✓Considerations for planning interchange placement and intervals

✓Various interchange configurations including diamond, cloverleaf, trumpet, stack, and diverging diamond types

✓Design parameters covering ramps, gradients, profiles, and cross-sectional layouts

✓Conducting traffic analyses and evaluating level of service

✓Managing traffic movements such as weaving, merging, and diverging

✓Safety factors including collision prevention and visibility requirements

✓Provision for pedestrian and bicycle pathways through interchanges

✓Design vehicle criteria and access control strategies

✓Integration of multiple transportation modes

✓Standards for lighting and visibility

✓Noise mitigation methods and environmental protection

✓Landscaping approaches and visual enhancement techniques

✓Drainage design, signage protocols, and maintenance guidelines

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