STANDARD CROSS SECTION

This cross section should be used where trail is to run parallel to roadway.
The design of this cross section focuses on promoting a high level of safety and comfort for trail users along roadways.
Trail grading to slope towards roadway where feasible.
Buffer elements, such as tree and vertical plantings, are highly desirable to separate trail and roadway. See Trail Shoulder Standards for standard treatments based on available shoulder widths.
Sheetflow of runoff to roadway gutter/stormwater system may be acceptable where road commission agrees. Otherwise, designers should provide a permanent stormwater BMP in buffer if feasible where right-of-way allows.
Where there is significant demand for pedestrian access across buffer, consider paved connections between trail and roadway. BMP design should always provide accommodations for pedestrian connections (See Trail with BMP).
Strip existing topsoil for reuse in finished grading.
Along roadway, tree soil volume needs may require use of structural cells or structural soil. Root barrier may also be required. See Trees.

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