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Pavement Distress Field Guide

A phone-friendly identification guide: for each common asphalt distress, what it looks like, the likely cause, the typical treatment, and a field note. Use it on the lot walk.

You will be able to

  • Identify each common asphalt distress in the field and know the typical treatment.

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Educational only. Your employer is responsible for the safety and compliance program on your job. Talk to a qualified professional where a decision depends on it.