Sidewalk Slope Calculator

Formula

The formula to calculate the Sidewalk Slope (SWS) is:

\[ \text{SWS} = \left( \frac{\text{SRI}}{\text{SRU}} \right) \times 100 \]

Where:

\(\text{SWS}\) is the sidewalk slope (%)
\(\text{SRI}\) is the sidewalk rise (inches)
\(\text{SRU}\) is the sidewalk run (inches)

What is Sidewalk Slope?

The sidewalk slope refers to the incline of the sidewalk, expressed as a percentage. It is calculated by dividing the vertical rise by the horizontal run and then multiplying by 100. This measurement is important for ensuring accessibility and safety in sidewalk design.

Example Calculation

Let's assume the following values:

Sidewalk Rise (SRI) = 6 inches
Sidewalk Run (SRU) = 120 inches

Using the formula:

\[ \text{SWS} = \left( \frac{6}{120} \right) \times 100 = 5 \]

The Sidewalk Slope (SWS) is 5%.