In recent years, there has been growing concern over highway traffic noise and it s effect on surrounding households. This effect seems to take the form of disrupting conversation, sleep, and other everyday activities. Studies have shown that some of the most pervasive sources of noise in our environment today are those associated with transportation.
Traffic noise tends to be a dominant noise source in our urban as well as rural environment.
In response to this growing concern, this study has been put into place. Also, this study will look at some areas in the Northern Kentucky area that are notorious for severe traffic and has houses nearby to see if they satisfy the requirements for abatement measures. Since it s building coincided with the construction of I-471, no before and after comparison can be made to determine its effectiveness. On top of this, a survey of community perception of the noise barrier was also performed. Measurements Three sets of measurements shall be made.