Design of Mohammed Ibn Rashed Al-Maktoom Street in Nablus City
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2020
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Saja M. Sholi
Rula M. Sarris
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Abstract
In last ten years, Nablus city has witnessed an observed development in the traffic flow and
human activities due to rapid development in various fields. After visiting the municipality of
Nablus city, they suggested the Mohammed bin Rashed Al-Maktom Street to evaluate and
redesign. This road is located in the west of Nablus city and it is a vital region because it
connects the city with surrounding cities such as Qalqilia, Tulkarm, Jenin, etc. The road suffers
from many problems such as: geometric design, pavement, drainage, safety and congestion.
The objective of the project is to evaluate and redesign the existing road and find proper solution
for the above-mentioned problems. Moreover, it will contribute in solving congestion problem
with new campus (An-Najah National University) area by widening the street that provide easier
transition for the students in entrance and exit points. Additionally, the design and reconstruction
the targeted road is expected to eliminate the illegal parking along the existing road.
Consequently, this will enhance the safety for both pedestrians and drivers. The horizontal,
vertical alignments, intersections, roundabouts and cross-sections are designed for the targeted
road by using (CIVIL 3D) software.