Question: A crest curve is being designed to join a + 3 % grade to a - 2 . 5 % grade on a new highway

A crest curve is being designed to join a +3% grade to a -2.5% grade on a new highway that is
being designed for 55 mph. There is an existing 24-in diameter utility pipe that will run
perpendicular to the road at station 54+32.3 and centerline elevation 233 ft. The pipe requires a
minimum clearance of 3.5 ft from the top of the pipe to the road. What is the minimum
elevation possible at the PVC, and where will the PVC be located? Include a sketch (does not
need to be to scale)

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