Use the Vertical Distance Between Elements command to list the vertical distance between two elements and to optionally draw a persistent marker to identify the location of this distance.
This command can help you calculate the distance between design profiles where the alignments cross, which helps you determine whether a minimum clearance is maintained.
This command can be used with the following types of elements:
- Line
- Arc
- Circle
- Polyline (2D with level, or 3D)
- Feature line (can be embedded in a corridor)
- Survey figure
- Profile
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Click
Find.
- Select the first element in the drawing, and then select the second element. Note: If you select an alignment, press Enter to specify the appropriate profile.
The following information is displayed on the command line:
- vertical distance between the elements
- level of the first element
- level of the second element
- X,Y locations on the two elements where the distance was calculated
- Enter Yes to draw a marker at the location at which the elements cross in plan, using the current layer and linetype. The marker is persistent and remains in the drawing after you save it.