Abstract
Skid resistance is a fundamental characteristic of road pavements, directly influencing vehicle control and traffic safety, especially under wet and slippery conditions. Skid resistance is not just about enhancing road surface quality but also about ensuring public safety, economic efficiency, regulatory compliance, and overall user satisfaction within transportation systems. The primary objective of this study is to compare the required and measured skid resistance values of flexible pavement on curved sections of feeder roads originating from Suryabinayak in Bhaktapur district, Nepal. This road is newly developed road with sharp curves which is prone to accidents. This comprehensive study aims with ensuring the safety of drivers and pedestrians by providing necessary recommendations regarding Skid Resistance, Super elevation, Speed of vehicles and Radius of curve. The research encompasses an extensive review of current methodologies for assessing skid resistance, including the British Pendulum Tester. The test results showed that the current pavement design practice of considering skid resistance is unsatisfactory in the case of wet muddy surface.
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