Roadway Alignment
This section defines the horizontal alignment, vertical profile, and cross-section of the roadway.
Steps
Step 1: Navigate to Roadway Alignment
Navigate to Bridge Geometry > Roadway Alignment in the tree view.
Step 2: Set Start Station
Enter the Start Station as 23820.
Step 3: Open the Alignment Editor
Click the three-dots icon on the alignment cell and select Editor to define alignment properties.
Step 4: Define Horizontal Alignment
Click the + icon next to Horizontal to add circular segments.
Enter the following horizontal curve parameters:
Curve 1:
Length: 126 ft
Radius: 5742 ft
Direction: Towards Left
Curve 2:
Length: 478 ft
Radius: 624 ft
Direction: Towards Left
Step 5: Define Vertical Profile
Click the + icon next to Vertical to define vertical sections.
Enter the following vertical profile points:
1
23768
64.6
-0.55
2
23877
64.0
-0.55
3
23951
64.0
-2.98
4
24024
61.4
-2.98
Step 6: Define Transverse Cross-Section
Click the + icon next to Transverse to define the cross-section at specific stations.
Station 1 (23786 ft):
Left Edge to PGL: 28 ft
Width: 55 ft
Slope: 2%
Stations 2 and 3:
23983
28
55
8.34
24082
28
55
8.34
Step 7: Accept Changes
Click Accept to save the alignment definition.
Quick Tip: Roadway Surface Visibility
If the 3D Bridge Alignment doesn't appear in the Graphics Window, either click Zoom Extents on the right or enable Show Roadway Surface from Settings.
Verification
After completing these steps, verify your alignment matches the view shown below.
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