Last updated: April 13, 2026

Vertical Curve Calculator

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What the vertical curve page covers

Omni's vertical curve calculator covers parabolic vertical curves, which are standard for transitioning between two roadway grades. The page defines BVC, EVC, PVI, elevation, gradient, and curve length before applying the equations.

Vertical curve equations

E_x = E_BVC + g_1 x x + ((g_2 - g_1) x x^2) / (2L)

E_PVI = E_BVC + g_1 x L / 2

E_EVC = E_BVC + g_1 x L + ((g_2 - g_1) x L) / 2

Symmetric-curve limitation

The fetched source explicitly notes that the page is for symmetric parabolic vertical curves. This version keeps the same scope and lets you evaluate the elevation at any horizontal distance x measured from the BVC.

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