Question
Download Solution PDFWhich of the following statement is correct regarding camber in road design?
I. Camber is the slope provided to the road surface in the transverse direction
II. The purpose of camber to drain off the rain water from the road surface
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFConcept:
Camber in road design refers to the cross slope provided to the road surface to facilitate drainage and prevent water accumulation.
Statement Evaluation:
- Statement I: Camber is the slope provided to the road surface in the transverse direction.
- This statement is correct. Camber is indeed the transverse slope given to the road surface.
- Statement II: The purpose of camber is to drain off the rainwater from the road surface.
- This statement is also correct. The primary purpose of camber is to ensure proper drainage of rainwater to prevent waterlogging and damage to the road surface.
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