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wheelstop distance to fence

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AAEC

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Is there a standard to show where should I locate my parking lot wheelstops? I am looking for the distance between a wheelstop and the fence. These wheelstops will prevent hitting our perimeter fence.
 
I didn't see anything in the various AASHTO road manuals, including the PArk & Ride Manual. Look at the atached DOD manual. It gives some guidance on vehicle overhang dimensions; maybe it will help.

You could also go to another parking lot and see what they did.
 
 http://files.engineering.com/getfile.aspx?folder=c81c85e6-6256-4359-b37e-f73523d85e90&file=Parking_Non-structural.pdf

You could also go to another parking lot and see what they did.

Look for a lot where they have a fence - and pay attention to what the fence looks like - any damage? any evidence of impact? If so, increase the distance from fence to wheel stop.

Compare rear vehicle overhangs to front - some people (me included) prefer to back in whenever possible. Makes for a quicker getaway.


Ralph
Structures Consulting
Northeast USA
 
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