Residual Noise Environment
Abstract
In preparing environmental impact analyses, the U.S. Air Force must address a variety of environmental issues including the noise-related effects of military operations, particularly those involving low-altitude aircraft overflights. This requires assessing the combined impacts of multiple Department of Defense (DOD) noise sources on human populations, animals and structures. Because of the variety of environments which may be impacted by DOD operations, a methodology for assessing the combined impacts of multiple noise sources associated with DOD operations must consider the various noise environments within which DOD operations occur: urban, suburban, rural, undeveloped and wilderness. Since these environments may include both natural and manmade noise sources, future modeling efforts for characterization of the total noise environment may include quantification of the residual and background noise levels, and superimposition of intrusive noises. The purpose of this report is to identify and characterize the various components comprising the residual noise level that should be considered in future modeling efforts.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Dec 01, 1993
- Accession Number
- ADA406626
Entities
People
- Connie Minish
- Donal Myrick
- Larry Mcglothlin
- Rudy Arrieta