Road, Access
An access road provides a pathway for construction vehicles to transport materials and equipment from public highways to construction sites, facilitating efficient project logistics.
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Definition
An access road is a traveled way in an improved or unimproved state, utilized by construction vehicles for transporting equipment, materials, and manpower through public or private property from existing public traveled ways into the Right-of-Way. Once entering the Right-of-Way, an access road becomes a construction road.
Purpose
The purpose of an access road is to provide a pathway for construction vehicles and personnel to reach the construction site, facilitating the movement of materials and equipment.
Examples of Use
- Access roads are built to connect public highways to remote construction sites.
- Temporary access roads provide routes for construction vehicles during infrastructure projects.
- Industrial sites use access roads to transport heavy machinery and supplies.
Related Terms
- Construction Road: A road used specifically within the construction site for vehicle and equipment movement.
- Right-of-Way: A legal right to pass through property owned by another.
- Temporary Road: A road built for short-term use during construction or other projects.
Notes
Access roads must be designed to handle the weight and frequency of construction traffic, ensuring safe and efficient transportation to and from the site.
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