streettype
Streettype refers to the classification or designation of a particular road based on its function, design, and capacity within a transportation network. These classifications are essential for urban planning, traffic management, and engineering. Common street types include arterial roads, which are major thoroughfares designed for high-speed, high-volume traffic connecting significant areas; collector roads, which gather traffic from local streets and feed it into arterial roads; and local streets, which provide direct access to residences and businesses.
Other classifications may exist depending on the specific context and jurisdiction. For example, some systems differentiate