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Highway Design Manual (HDM)

WebCalifornia Department of Transportation (Caltrans)2025 Standard Specifications

The HDM establishes uniform policies and procedures for geometric, roadside, and structural design of state highways. Organized in chapters covering design controls, highway alignment, cross-section elements, drainage design, and landscape architecture.

Full Text — 18 Sections (2024 Edition)

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