Summary

The tests showed that the sections of Warrandyte Road with smooth surface texture asphalt, are 5 to 6 dBA quieter than sections paved with rough-texture asphalt.

• It is recommended that the sections of rough-texture asphalt be re-surfaced with a quieter asphalt.

Above: Sites along Warrandyte
Road where measurements were made (click for full size image).

Test Point 1

Location:   South of Falconer Road

Surface Texture:   Smooth

Noise Level:   68.8 dBA 
           (5 to 6dB quieter than "rough" asphalt)

Above: Test Point 1
(click for full-size image).

Test Point 2

Location:   Between Wellesley & Hall Road

Surface Texture:   Rough

Noise Level:   75.1 dBA

Test Point 3

Location:   North of Tortice Drive

Surface Texture:   Rough

Noise Level:   74.1 dBA

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