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Model Inventory of Roadway Elements – MIRE, Version 1.0

45. Right Paved Shoulder Width

Definition: The width of paved portion of right shoulder measured from the center of the edgeline outward. Do not include parking or bicycle lanes in the paved shoulder width measurement; code the predominant width if it changes back and forth along the roadway section. Include gutter pans on outside of shoulder in paved shoulder width.

Attributes: Feet

See Figures 1a–1c depending on number of lanes and direction of inventory.

Priority: Critical

HPMS/Tool Requirements: HSM/IHSDM (Required)

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