How loud is 74 decibels 23 feet?

Answer 1

At a distance of 23 feet, a sound measured at 74 decibels would be noticeably loud but not overwhelming. Generally, sounds around this level can be compared to heavy traffic noise or a vacuum cleaner. The intensity of the sound decreases with distance, so it may feel less intrusive at 23 feet than when directly next to the source. However, it remains in a range that could still be disruptive in quiet environments.