Estudio de factibilidad para la implementación de una ciclo ruta, en el cantón San Pedro de Pelileo, provincia de Tungurahua

Abstract

The objective of this study was to carry out a feasibility study for the implementation of an ecological cycle route in Curaray, located in San Pedro de Pelileo canton. The research was based on an exploratory and analytical method with a mixed approach due to the integration of qualitative and quantitative data in the investigative process, a sample of 384 inhabitants of the Chiquicha and Pelileo Grande parishes was defined, in order to collect relevant information regarding current bicycle mobility, surveys were used considering a questionnaire with 7 closed questions. In addition, observation sheets were applied throughout the entire study section to determine compliance with road technical specifications, focused on parameters such as: section, general characteristics, sewerage, intersections, slopes, curvature ratios, speeds at critical points and vertical and horizontal signaling that were designed in accordance with the provisions established in the manual of design for inclusive cycle infrastructure and the cyclist's circulation guide. It was determined that 75% of the road infrastructure is in poor conditions, 9% is made of stone and 16% is paved, there are few intersections, there are no horizontal and vertical signs along the entire route, the speed does not exceeds 40km/h due to current conditions, the slopes and curvature ratios comply the established regulations. It is concluded that the project shows a technical and economic feasibility, since it will be financed 50% by the population through the collection of a contribution in urban properties and 50% will be financed the municipality as it is considered a social benefit.