Highway Design Values (IRC)

Transportation Engineering ESE GATE SSC JE

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Highway Design Values (IRC)

ParameterValueReference
Max superelevation (plain/rolling)0.07IRC 73
Coefficient of lateral friction f0.15IRC 73
Design speed constant (\(e+f = V^2/127R\))127—
Ruling gradient (plain)1 in 30 (3.3%)IRC 73
Camber (bituminous)2.0–2.5 %IRC

Typical values for exam use. Actual values vary with grade, source and test condition — use the figure given in the question when one is stated.