PC* Miler Road Classifications

PC*Miler Road Classifications

Road Class Description

Interstate Highways

  • The primary function of these roads is to move high volumes of vehicular traffic over medium to long distances at high speeds

  • Can be accessed only via access ramps

Major Highways

  • Major arteries that move heavy volumes of traffic at moderate speeds

  • Can be limited access in some areas but may also offer access from local roads

  • Usually have a barrier or median that prevents movement between lanes of opposing traffic

  • Medians may have crossovers that are part of the normal traffic pattern

  • Left turns are often restricted, both off of the highway and onto the highway

  • Usually multi-lane

  • Many but not all U.S. highways are in this class

Primary Highways

  • Move significant volumes of traffic at moderate speeds

  • Most state roads fall into this class

Secondary Roads

  • These roads move moderate volumes of traffic over short to moderate distances

  • Carry vehicles from local roads to higher class roads

Local Roads

  • Function is to provide access to homes and properties

Ramp

  • A connecting road leading on or off of a main road or highway

Pathway

  • Sub-local roads, which include alleys, driveways, parking lots, and service roads. (Available in Version 34 and Higher)

Ferry

  • Ferry routes (boarding/exit time not included)

Energy

  • Roads that lead in or out of well sites and other facilities