How are roads selected for paving?
Paving of Town roads is determined by several factors
- Functional Class
- Pavement Condition Index as determined in 5-year roadway surveys
- Capital Budget
- Utility Company Coordination of Projects
Roads are scheduled for paving by the following factors:
- Weather
- Traffic Patterns
- Mechanical Breakdowns
- Community Events
What techniques are used to maintain Town roads?
- Paving – Hot Mix Asphalt
- Milling – Removal of top layer of asphalt
- Reclaiming – Pulverizing existing road base and repaving
- Crack Sealing
- Re-striping of traffic markings
Seasonal Influences
- Asphalt Plants are typically operational during warm weather months
- Asphalt Paving Program is generally conducted from May through September
- During the summer months, when schools are not in session, traffic may be lighter