Right of Way (ROW)
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Right of way is a general term referring to land, property, or interest acquired for or devoted to a transportation facility. Right of way is the entire width of land between the property lines on either side of a highway.

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Illustration: Right of way (ROW)

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Photograph: Right of way (ROW)

A: Buffer

B: Shoulder

C: Cartway

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