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ADA ramp calculator

Ramp run length, slope, and required landings for a given rise, using the 1:12 maximum slope.

ADA values are based on the 2010 ADA Standards and provided as estimates. Verify against the current governing standard before relying on these for compliance.
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ADA ramp slope

The 2010 ADA Standards cap ramp slope at 1:12 (about 8.33%). A single ramp run may rise no more than 30 inches before a level landing is required. This calculator gives the run length, segment count, and landings.

run = rise × N (slope 1:N)
max slope 1:12 ; max 30" rise per run

Frequently asked questions

What is the maximum ADA ramp slope?

1:12, or about 8.33 percent, under the 2010 ADA Standards. Steeper ramps are not compliant for new construction.

How long can an ADA ramp run be?

A single run may rise no more than 30 inches before a level landing is required.

How wide must an ADA ramp be?

At least 36 inches of clear width between handrails under the 2010 ADA Standards.