What is the width of the cartway in a typical right of way?

In typical roadway design, the standard width of a cartway, which is the area of the road available for vehicle travel, is usually around 30 feet. This width allows for safe passage of vehicles in both directions and accommodates the requirements for lane widths as well as shoulder space. The 30-foot cartway provides enough room for standard travel lanes plus additional space for safety buffers and potential turn lanes as well.

In urban and suburban settings, this width is often necessary to ensure that vehicles can navigate safely without encroaching on pedestrian or cyclist areas, which may exist along the sides of the roadway. Therefore, selecting 30 feet reflects the standard practice in roadway design for public safety and effective traffic flow.