==>>STEPS IN FUNCTIONALLY CLASSIFYING RURAL, URBAN AND URBANIZED AREA ROADWAYS<<==

==>>STEPS IN FUNCTIONALLY CLASSIFYING RURAL, URBAN AND
URBANIZED AREA ROADWAYS<<==

The Functional Classification flowchart,in whichfunctional classification development is recommended. This flow of activities logically takes you through the coordination process and the order of events required to obtain FHWA functional classification approval.

Using the new approved urban area boundary map:
1. Prepare a map showing the road network and the existing federal functional
classification superimposed over the new approved boundary map

2. Add land service characteristics, such as major traffic generators and land use
patterns. Current DOQQs are a good resource if available for your area.

3. Reclassify the functional classification for highway and streets where land service
characteristics have changed. NOTE* The revised functional classification will be
coded, as proposed. This will be a new characteristic.
DO NOT change the existing functional classification characteristic.

When reclassifying roads, remember to include logical system continuity
considerations. Select principal arterial systems first, followed by minor arterials,
then collectors and locals.

• Perform a preliminary classification of the total arterial system considering the list below Evaluate service to urban activity centers Consider system continuity .Determine land use considerations
Evaluate spacing between routes and the spatial distribution of activities to be served Average trip length
Traffic volumes (AADT) Access control Vehicle miles of travel and system mileage

• Classify the final arterial system breaking it into the principal and minor arterialstreet system By
service to urban activity centers
• Business districts
• Air, rail, bus, and truck freight terminals
• Regional retail shopping centers
• Large colleges, hospital complexes, military bases, and other
institutional facilities