The ABC’s of Pavement Terms
Aggregate – A mix of sand, rock, crushed stone, expanded particles that improve the formation and flow of cement paste and improve improve the structural performance of the concrete. Backfill – Process...
View ArticleMany Things Affect Our Highways
Tire pressure affects pavement. Until our highways are out of commission we don’t really realize just how much they affect our lives. Conversely, many things in our lives affect the highway. One...
View ArticleLinks to Pavement Repair Resources
Better Roads Better Roads Magazine provides solid information for construction contractors and governments responsible for city, county, state and federal highway, road and bridge construction,...
View ArticleIn The 1800’s NY Residents Preferred Rough Roads
In 1894 New York’s city engineer struggled with resistance to paved roads. Residents in Brooklyn were afraid that wagons would speed on the smooth asphalt roads and their property value would...
View ArticleWatch the Groundhog Come out of His Hole to See When You Can Fix That Pothole
It is best to repair pavement when the weather is good. It is a small minority of people who enjoy being out in the snow, rain and cold. A traditional predictor of the upcoming winter’s length is the...
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