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DEFINITION
An INTERCHANGE is a road junction that typically utilizes grade separation and one or more ramps to permit traffic on at least one road to pass through the junction without crossing any other traffic stream.
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DEFINITION
A FLYOVER is a bridge, road, railway or similar structure that crosses over another road or railway.
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TYPES OF INTERCHANGES
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ADVANTAGES OF INTERCHANGES
Traffic move freely with fewer interruption. Speed limits are typically higher. There is improved operation efficiency and safety as well as reduced right-ofway. Interchanges such as the single point
DISADVANTAGES OF INTERCHANGES
Generally due to longer and wider bridges, interchanges are costly. Due to large intersection area, the traffic lights need a longer yellow and red phase to clear the intersection. Interchanges such as the SPUI generally have a very large area of uncontrolled pavement in the middle of intersection.
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ADVANTAGES OF FLYOVERS
Flyovers only require minimum space for its poles to give immediate result of eliminating congestion, allowing traffic to flow smoothly. Government funded flyovers ensures free usage by drivers.
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DISADVANTAGES OF FLYOVERS
Flyover construction is costly. In some cultures ,the construction of flyovers is a taboo. Flyovers funded by private investors attracts some form of toll.
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