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"The term 'clear zone' is used to designate the unobstructed, relatively flat area provided beyond the edge of the traveled way for the recovery of errant vehicles. The clear zone includes any shoulders or auxiliary lanes."

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A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets (Green Book)

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