Common Structures Used in PMGSY Roads
|
Structure Type
|
Purpose
|
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Pipe Culvert |
Cross drainage for small water flow |
|
Slab Culvert |
Medium drainage crossing |
|
Causeway |
Low-cost seasonal crossing |
|
Retaining Wall |
Soil retention in hill roads |
|
Breast Wall |
Hill slope protection |
|
Toe Wall |
Support at slope base |
|
Parapet Wall |
Road edge safety |
|
Catch Water Drain |
Divert hill runoff water |
|
Side Drain |
Surface water disposal |