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Geotechnics and drainage. Earthworks. Construction of highway earthworks

DMRB Volume 4 Section 1 Part 5 (HA 70/94)

Highways Agency, 1994
Geotechnics and drainage. Earthworks. Construction of highway earthworks

Document Status

Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Series

DMRB Volume 4 Section 1

Abstract

Gives guidance on the construction of highway earthworks where the Specification for Highway Works is being implemented. This guidance is applicable to all trunk roads and motorway projects and may also be considered as good practice for other schemes involving major earthworks.

History

DMRB 4.1.5. Design manual for roads and bridges (DMRB).

ISBN

9780115516856

Subjects

  • Roads
  • Earthworks for roads
  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Transport facilities

Publisher History

The Highways Agency is now known as Highways England. The new government company is in charge of operating England's motorways and major A roads, including modernising and maintaining the highways. Their publications include the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, the Manual of Contract Documents for Road Works and Interim Advice Notes.

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NBS

NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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