§ 3.1.2. Interference Due to Ponding  


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  • Storm runoff ponded on the street surface because of grade changes or because of the crown slope of intersecting streets has a substantial effect on the street-carrying capacity. The manner in which ponded water affects traffic is essentially the same as for curb flow; that is, the width of spread into the traffic lane is critical. Ponded water will often completely halt all traffic. Ponding in streets has the added hazard of surprise to drivers of moving vehicles, producing erratic and dangerous responses.