What is different between elevation and super elevation in roads

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Accepted Answer

Elevation is the vertical distance between the road surface and a fixed point, while super elevation is the banking of the road on curves.

Elevation is measured vertically from a fixed point, usually the sea level or a benchmark.
Super elevation is the banking of the road on curves to counteract the centrifugal force.
Elevation is important for drainage and slope stability, while super elevation is important for safety and comfort of drivers.
Elevation is usually constant along a road section, while super elevation varies depending on the curvature of the road.
Elevation is expressed in meters or feet, while super elevation is expressed in percentage or ratio.

Accepted Answer

Elevation and Super-elevation in road when camber provided that called elevation, than curve required levels of point are called super elevation.

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