What is the difference between a noise barrier and a screen wall?
Noise barriers are typically larger walls or structures installed along a roadway or highway. Noise barriers are required to be designed, manufactured and installed in accordance with the requirements set forth by the authority having jurisdiction (AHJ) over the highway or roadway. Screen walls are typically smaller and designed to block the line of sight between a commercial or residential area and a structure, business and/or utility that is perceived to be visually unappealing. Screen walls may also be constructed to reduce the noise associated with a local business and/or utility structure.
