Designed te Bitend with . Native 
E fforts to beautify a landscape must take into consideration not only the natural attractions 
but the approaches and facilities that can augment the beauty that is already there. Whether 
it is a highway, a trail, a campground, or a picnic shelter, the element of design must enter into 
making such constructions as near a part of the environment as possible. Blending man’s work 
with the surroundings can help preserve the atmosphere of an area and heighten its attrac- 
tiveness. 
ROAD LOCATION AND DESIGN 
A good scenic highway should be completely functional and in harmony with its environ- 
ment and all other resource uses in the area. To accomplish this, the engineer must translate 
objectives and requirements into precise design criteria. This requires far more meaningful 
definitions of functional and environmental aspects of highway and road design than are usually 
provided the designer. 
At present, too many designs are based on criteria which relate only to a class of road 
without regard to the peculiar use requirements and environment of a particular road. Basic 
design requirements are essential to a functional and safe highway. However, the designer 
should also consider the requirements of the area and its users and how the geometric road 
pattern blends with the other features of the landscape and enhances the visitor’s enjoyment. 
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