Land Transportation - Highway Infrastructure and Intersections

Here you will learn some English words related to Highway Infrastructure and Intersections such as "divided highway", "grade crossing", and "interchange."

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divided highway [noun]

a road designed to accommodate two lanes of traffic in each direction, typically separated by a central barrier or grassy median

Ex: I prefer driving on a divided highway because it feels safer with the barrier between the lanes .

undivided highway [noun]

a road where traffic in both directions shares the same lanes without a physical barrier between them

Ex: Signs on an undivided highway often remind drivers to stay alert and keep a safe distance from other vehicles .

interstate highway [noun]

a network of highways that connects cities and states across the United States

Ex: He exited the interstate highway to refuel at the next rest area .

spur route [noun]

a secondary road that diverges from a main road or highway

Ex: The airport is served by a well-maintained spur route , ensuring smooth transit for passengers and cargo .

super two [noun]

a two-lane road with added features like passing lanes or wider shoulders to enhance safety and traffic flow

Ex: Constructing a super two involves careful planning to balance safety improvements with the preservation of natural landscapes and existing infrastructure .

smart highway [noun]

a roadway equipped with advanced technology to enhance safety, efficiency, and connectivity for vehicles and drivers

Ex: Solar panels on smart highways power lights and signs , reducing environmental impact and energy costs .

elevated highway [noun]

a type of road that is built above ground level, typically supported by pillars or columns

Ex: An elevated highway offers motorists a quicker route through densely populated urban areas during rush hours .

controlled-access highway [noun]

a road designed for high-speed traffic with no intersections, direct property access, or traffic signals, and with entry and exit points managed by ramps

Ex: Emergency vehicles use special lanes on the controlled-access highway to bypass traffic .

local-express lane system [noun]

a type of road system with separate lanes for local and fast-moving express traffic

Ex: When planning road trips , many people use maps to find local-express lane system to speed up their journey .

on-ramp [noun]

a short road that allows vehicles to enter a highway or motorway

Ex: The city is planning to build a new on-ramp to reduce congestion during rush hour .

off-ramp [noun]

a short road on a highway or freeway that drivers use to leave the main road

Ex: Drivers should reduce their speed when approaching an off-ramp .

turn-off [noun]

a junction or exit that allows vehicles to leave the main road and access a different route or destination

Ex: The GPS indicated that the turn-off for the gas station was just ahead .

corner [noun]

the point where two roads meet at an angle

Ex:

crossroad [noun]

the place where a road is crossed by another

Ex: The car stopped at the crossroad to check for oncoming traffic .

fork [noun]

a point where the path splits into two different directions

Ex: We took the left fork in the road , hoping it would lead us to the scenic overlook as marked on the tourist guide .

rotary [noun]

a circular intersection where traffic flows around a central island, also known as a roundabout

Ex: He preferred roundabouts like the rotary for smoother traffic flow .

traffic circle [noun]

an area where two or more roads join and all the traffic must move in the same direction around a circular structure

Ex: After the traffic circle , the road leads straight to the shopping mall .

roundabout [noun]

a circular intersection with a central island where traffic flows in one direction around the island

Ex: Drivers must yield to traffic already in the roundabout .

gore [noun]

a small, usually triangular piece of land found where two roads or highways diverge or merge

Ex: Drivers should be careful not to stop on the gore , as it can be dangerous .

quadrant roadway intersection [noun]

a type of road junction where two roads intersect at right angles, forming four distinct sections or quadrants

Ex: Proper signage and lane markings are crucial at quadrant roadway intersections to prevent confusion and ensure safe navigation for all motorists .

seagull intersection [noun]

a type of traffic junction where a road branches off from a main road, forming a T-shape

Ex: My daily commute involves passing through a busy seagull intersection near the shopping mall .

three-way intersection [noun]

a junction where three roads meet

Ex: Pedestrians should use designated crosswalks when navigating a three-way intersection .

continuous-flow intersection [noun]

a traffic design where left-turning vehicles are directed to merge into dedicated lanes before reaching the intersection

Ex:

T-intersection [noun]

a junction where one road ends and meets another at a right angle, resembling the shape of the letter T

Ex: Turning left at a busy T-intersection requires patience and careful observation .

grade crossing [noun]

a place at which a railroad meets a road on the same surface

Ex: The warning lights at the grade crossing started flashing as the train approached .

railroad crossing [noun]

a place at which a road meets a railroad, typically marked by gates, signals, or warning signs to alert drivers and pedestrians of approaching trains

Ex: Pedestrians must wait behind the designated line at the railroad crossing until the train passes .

level junction [noun]

a point where two or more roads meet at the same height, often requiring drivers to yield or follow specific traffic rules

Ex: Drivers should exercise caution when approaching a level junction to avoid accidents .

interchange [noun]

a place where a vehicle can switch from one highway to another without having to cross traffic

Ex: He merged onto the highway using the interchange .

diamond interchange [noun]

a type of road junction where two major roads cross, and traffic flows through a series of intersections resembling the shape of a diamond

Ex: Pedestrians often use designated crosswalks at diamond interchanges to safely navigate across multiple lanes of traffic .

diverging diamond interchange [noun]

a type of road junction where traffic briefly crosses to the opposite side of the road before returning to its original side

Ex:

directional interchange [noun]

a structured road junction where drivers can change from one major road to another

Ex: During rush hour , traffic often slows down near the directional interchange as vehicles merge onto different lanes .

cloverleaf interchange [noun]

a type of road junction where highways or motorways intersect and cross over one another, resembling the shape of a cloverleaf

Ex: Construction crews worked tirelessly to complete the new cloverleaf interchange ahead of schedule .

single-point urban interchange [noun]

a specific type of road junction where two highways cross, and all traffic movements are controlled by a single set of traffic signals located at a central point

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stack interchange [noun]

a type of road junction where different levels of highways cross over each other, allowing smooth traffic flow and minimizing congestion

Ex: At a stack interchange , vehicles move between upper and lower roads using ramps that spiral smoothly between levels .

trumpet interchange [noun]

a type of road junction where one highway crosses over another, forming a trumpet-like shape

Ex: Construction crews worked tirelessly to complete the trumpet interchange on schedule despite challenging weather conditions .

spaghetti junction [noun]

a busy intersection where many highways meet, with lots of ramps and bridges crossing over each other

Ex: He marveled at the engineering marvel of the spaghetti junction .

Michigan left [noun]

a type of intersection design where instead of making a left turn directly, drivers first turn right and then make a U-turn at a designated spot further ahead

Ex: After completing the right turn at a Michigan left , drivers proceed to a U-turn area usually located a short distance ahead .

four-way stop [noun]

an intersection where vehicles from four different directions must come to a complete halt and yield to others before proceeding

Ex: When approaching a four-way stop , pedestrians should also be cautious and wait for cars to stop before crossing .

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