HIGHWAY NOISE. A DESIGN GUIDE FOR PREDICTION AND CONTROL

A description of motor vehicle noise sources and the potential for their control is provided. The report presents an overview of the suggested noise prediction methodology, which is a four step process that includes approximating noise impacts using a nomograph procedure to determine noise levels associated with given traffic and site characteristics; refining these predictions by more accurate representation of design parameters and use of a computer program that is able to plot as well as calculate noise impact; introducing appropriate noise-control options and evaluate them, using a noise barrier nomograph solution; lastly, selected options are fully evaluated using the computer program. A comprehensive review of noise control measures, including not only barriers but also other alternatives, such as grade separation, decks, and right-of-way modifications. Procedures for measuring background noise levels, an evaluation of an environmental impact assessment procedure, and a user's manual describing and listing the computer programs for predicting and plotting highway noise levels are also included.

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• Authors:
  • Kugler, B A
  • Comins, D E
  • Galloway, W J
• Publication Date: 1976

Media Info

• Media Type: Digital/other
• Features: Appendices; Figures; References; Tables;
• Pagination: 13 p.
• Serial:
  • NCHRP Report
  • Issue Number: 174
  • Publisher: Transportation Research Board
  • ISSN: 0077-5614

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Computer programs; Environmental impacts; Forecasting; Grade separations; Impact studies; Manuals; Motor vehicles; Noise barriers; Noise control; Nomographs; Sound level; Traffic noise
• Uncontrolled Terms: Right of way
• Subject Areas: Design; Economics; Environment; Highways; Safety and Human Factors; Society;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00163055
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS, TRB, ATRI
• Created Date: Oct 13 1977 12:00AM