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Title: Mapping noise pollution from road traffic for regional environmental planning

Journal Article · · J. Environ. Manage.; (United States)
OSTI ID:5527827

Attempts were made to assess and map noise pollution from traffic for 1 km grid squares throughout South Yorkshire. The method adopted involved estimating traffic noise at source for all major road sections and modeling the attenuation of noise with distance by use of a variety of relationships developed by road traffic engineers. Results of the analysis were plotted by computer. This paper outlines the methods used in the analysis, presents the data and discusses the results. It is concluded that the method provides a realistic picture of noise pollution in South Yorkshire, and might be used more widely as an instrument of regional survey.

OSTI ID:
5527827
Journal Information:
J. Environ. Manage.; (United States), Vol. 14:2
Country of Publication:
United States
Language:
English