The Steps to the Construction of a Road
Road construction takes time, and requires lots of people, organizations and steps. The steps, from planning, through addressing social, environmental and legal matters, to the contract bidding, construction and maintenance stages must be adhered to for success
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Planning
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Planning entails producing the original design concept which covers points like the road's length and width, the corridor route and construction materials. It is necessary to identify sources of funding to cover the projected operating budget.
Addressing Environmental issues and Preliminary Engineering
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Preliminary engineering begins with land surveying to identify issues standing in the way of project completion. It may require clearing trees, buying privately owned property or documenting environmental impact and the ensuing public hearings and federal review.
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Legal Matters
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For federally funded roads, Federal Highway Administration inspects the plans and the land involved. Right-of-way acquisitions begin, sometimes requiring condemnation procedures against home owners holding out for more money. Public hearings keep residents and business owners informed and allow for their input.
Contractor Bidding
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Advertising for bids allows contractors to submit their cost analysis for the project. The contracts are awarded, generally to the contractors with the lowest bids.
Construction and Maintenance
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The road is constructed, with periodic Road Commission inspections. Once the road is completed, it must be maintained regularly to prevent rapid deterioration.
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