The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look

like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66

Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies

include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine

your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,

www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look

like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66

Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies

include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine

your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,

www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look

like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66

Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies

include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine

your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,

www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look

like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66

Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies

include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine

your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,

www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look

like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66

Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks
Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines

the horizontal geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an

alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an

assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design

roads, channels, and trenches.

In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface

66

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.

Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.

In this chapter, you will learn to:

66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.

In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.

In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.

In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.

In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.

This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66

Use targets to add lane widening

66
66

Create a corridor surface

Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).

Fig ure 9.1

A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but

they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.

In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.

Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of

adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:

66
66
66
66

Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

Use targets to add lane widening
Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create

custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose

sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.
The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies
A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of
subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.

The corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors

In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in

3D viewThe corridor object is a three-dimensional model that combines the horizontal

geometry of an
alignment, the vertical geometry of a profile, and the cross-sectional geometry of an
assembly.
Corridors range from extremely simple roads to complicated highways and interchanges, but
they arent limited to just road travel ways. Corridors can be used to model many linear
designs.
This chapter focuses on building several simple corridors that can be used to model and
design
roads, channels, and trenches.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Build a single baseline corridor from an alignment, profile, and assembly

66
66
66

Use targets to add lane widening

Create a corridor surface
Add an automatic boundary to a corridor surface

Understanding Corridors
In its simplest form, a corridor combines an alignment, a profile, and an assembly (see Figure
9.1).
Fig ure 9.1
A corridor shown in
3D view

Assemblies and Subassemblies

Roads, ditches, trenches, and berms usually follow a predictable pattern known as a typical
section.
Assemblies are how you tell the AutoCAD Civil 3D software what these typical sections
look
like. Assemblies are made up of smaller components called subassemblies. For example, a
typical
road section assembly contains subassemblies such as lanes, sidewalks, and curbs.
In this chapter, the focus will be on understanding where these assemblies come from and
how to build and manage them.
In this chapter, you will learn to:
66 Create a typical road assembly with lanes, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks

66
66

Edit an assembly
Add daylighting to a typical road assembly

Subassemblies

A subassembly is a building block of a typical section, known as an assembly. Examples of

subassemblies
include lanes, curbs, sidewalks, channels, trenches, daylighting, and any other component
required to complete a typical corridor section.
An extensive selection of subassemblies has been created for use in Civil 3D. More than a
hundred subassemblies are available in the tool palettes, and each subassembly has a list of
adjustable parameters. There are also about a dozen generic links you can use to further
refine
your most complex assembly needs. From ponds and berms to swales and roads, the design
possibilities
are almost infinite.
To expand the possibilities even more, you can use the Subassembly Composer to create
custom subassemblies from scratch. Subassembly Composer is a separate program whose
sole
purpose is to build custom subassemblies. You can learn more about Subassembly Composer
in the bonus chapter named Custom Subassemblies that is available on the books website,
www.sybex.com/go/masteringcivil3d2014.