TRACS-type surveys for local roads scoping study

Department for Transport, 2003
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Civil & Structural Supplement

Abstract

Details the study aimed at using an adapted version of the TRACS-type survey (TTS) for the local road network. The research assesses the surveying of the carriageway condition and suggests short-term improvements to TTS as well as extending its use to non-principal roads. Topics covered include background, current position and what is available for trunk and local roads, future research and development, implementation options, project management, risks and costs.

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  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Transport facilities
  • Roads
  • Streetworks/road maintenance

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The Department for Transport is a UK Government department that provides leadership across the transport sector to achieve its objectives, working with regional, local and private sector partners to deliver many of the services. These activities were formerly carried out by the Department for Transport, Local Government and the Regions.

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