Kerbs in urban roads are provided mainly to:
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Replace traffic signals
Increase overtaking sight distance
Reduce all runoff
Define carriageway edge and channel drainage
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D. Define carriageway edge and channel drainage
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Kerbs separate carriageway from footpath/median and help drainage/channelization. Reference: IRC:86-1983 geometric design standards for urban roads in plains; verify latest adopted urban-road guideline where applicable - kerbs and cross-section
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