01547704

Monograph

http://www.trb.org/Main/Blurbs/171727.aspx

http://www.trb.org/Publications/Blurbs/171727.aspx

Much of the debris from any incident—whether a traffic incident, collapse of aging infrastructure, or major disasters such as a hurricane or tornado—falls on or is pushed onto roads. These roads must be cleared rapidly because they are part of the planned network of emergency routes to bring in first responders, as well as to provide the necessary mobility to get the injured to appropriate medical care or to shelters. In the aftermath of an incident, it is essential to restore the transportation system and other public utilities as quickly as possible. This involves clearing debris and repairing, replacing, or restoring critical transportation infrastructure. This report provides background and advice to enable a community or agency to better prepare for and respond to disaster-related debris issues. The subjects addressed within the handbook range from development of a plan to final debris disposal and operational closure. It is organized by phase of the debris management cycle, including policy, planning, contracts, segregation, monitoring, site selection, removal, disposal, and reimbursement, as well as hazard-specific considerations. The handbook features several case studies drawing on the experience of local, state, and federal debris managers, offering real-world insight into efficient debris management operations. This handbook will be of interest to community political leaders, state DOTs, local public works agencies, and facilities managers. In addition to the handbook, a methodology report and a PowerPoint presentation describing the entire project are available on the TRB website (www.trb.org).

Project 20-59(37)

English

195p

2014

NCHRP Report

9780309308113

Print

Appendices; Photos; References; Tables

Debris removal; Disaster preparedness; Disaster relief; Handbooks; Hazardous materials; Hazards and emergency operations; Incident management; Maintenance equipment; Maintenance practices; Public works departments; Transportation departments

Highways; Planning and Forecasting; Security and Emergencies; I72: Traffic and Transport Planning

TRIS, TRB, ATRI

Dec 9 2014 3:16PM