Aesthetic Barrier Literature Review
REPORT NUMBER
TRP-03-197-07
AUTHORS
Heath Cutler, Ronald Faller, Karla Lechtenberg (Polivka), Bob Bielenberg, Scott Rosenbaugh
PUBLICATION DATE
2008-04-10
ABSTRACT
<p>The objective of the literature search described herein was to identify and display aesthetic-type barriers appropriate for use in scenic areas. The barriers identified in this review include parapets, guardrails, and bridge rails and were evaluated according to Test Level 1 (TL-1), Test Level 2 (TL-2), and Test Level 3 (TL-3) safety performance criteria set forth in the NCHRP Report No. 350, Recommended Procedures for the Safety Performance Evaluation of Highway Features.</p>
KEYWORDS
<p>Aesthetic Barrier, Concrete, Parapet, Guardrail, Bridge Rail, Textured, Crash Test, Compliance Test</p>