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IN the 1930's many county roads and local streets had lane widths of 9 to 10 feet. This means for a two lane road 10' x 2 = 20' or 240 inches. 240"/160 = 1.5 inches. Streets built from 1960 (or so) to date are almost always 12' wide, so a two lane is 1.8 inches. This does not include shoulders (6 to 10 feet) or curb & gutter (2' gutter 6" curb). Hope this helps. <br /> <br />One thing I've noticed in my own N Scale modeling is that these roads take up alot of room. For two lane roads I have been using Woodland Scenics roadbed. It is a bit narrow, but the vehicles fit on it well, and I use thin tape for a centerline.
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