Depressed transverse cracks in asphalt pavements in Oklahoma
Title:
Depressed transverse cracks in asphalt pavements in Oklahoma
Author:
Snethen, Donald.
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Publication Information:
Stillwater, Okla. : School of Civil Engineering, Oklahoma State University, [1991]
Physical Description:
vii, 60 p. : ill. ; 28 cm.
General Note:
Performed for the Research and Development Division, Oklahoma Department of Transportation in cooperation with the Federal Highway Administration.
"July, 1991."
Contents:
Introduction -- Thermal cracking of asphalt pavements: Literature review -- Field and laboratory investigation -- Results -- Conclusions and recommendations -- References -- Appendix: Summary of discussions from division office visits.
Abstract:
Transverse cracking of asphalt pavements is a costly pavement distress occurring in states that experience cold/freezing temperatures during the winter months. The cracks are caused by low temperature-induced tensile stresses that exceed the tensile strength of the pavement material. The majority of these cracks occur in the transverse direction relative to the pavement and with regular frequency along the roadway. The major objectives of this research included: (1) Determine the nature and extent of transverse cracking in asphalt pavements in Oklahoma; (2) Conduct a field and laboratory investigation of pavement materials and highway features to determine and evaluate the various factors that influence transverse cracking; and (3) Review ODOT practices for dealing with transverse cracking of asphalt pavements.
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