Highway

Highway is a main, direct public road, especially a multi-lane, high speed thoroughfare connecting major population centers. Some highways are termed "freeway" or "motorway" depending on the region.

Definition

A highway is any public or private road or other public way on land. It is used for major roads, but also includes other public roads and public tracks. It is not an equivalent term to controlled-access highway, or a translation for autobahn, autoroute, etc.

History

The history of highways dates back to the construction of roads by the Roman Empire for military purposes. The World War II years were a major period of highway development in countries around the world.

Types of Highways

There are various types of highways such as controlled-access highways, dual carriageways, expressways, and toll highways. Each type has its own characteristics and are designed for specific types of traffic.

Safety

Highway safety involves the methods and measures used to prevent road users from being killed or seriously injured. Typical road users include pedestrians, cyclists, motorists, vehicle passengers, horse riders, and passengers of on-road public transport.

Environmental Impact

Highways have an environmental impact on the surrounding area during the building phase and also during their operation. This includes air pollution, noise pollution, light pollution, and habitat destruction.

See Also

• Road transport
• Traffic congestion
• Transport planning

References

Highway Resources
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