Code of Practice for Maintenance of Bituminous Road Surfaces (First Revision) (without CD)

IRC 82:2015 provides comprehensive guidelines for the maintenance of bituminous road surfaces in India, focusing on identifying, measuring, and treating various types of pavement distresses to extend pavement life and ensure safety. It is essential for highway engineers, maintenance planners, and contractors involved in preserving flexible pavements through preventive maintenance, patching, and renewal strategies.

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What This Standard Covers

Key Topics Covered

✓Identification and classification of pavement distresses

✓Severity assessment of cracks, ravelling, bleeding, and other defects

✓Preventive maintenance treatments such as fog seals, slurry seals, and microsurfacing

✓Pothole filling and patching techniques

✓Planning and programming of periodic renewal works

✓Measurement methods including manual and imaging techniques

✓Use of equipment for roughness and skid resistance evaluation

✓Work zone traffic management and safety during maintenance

✓Pavement condition rating and performance curves

✓Maintenance management systems and decision-making processes

✓Treatment selection based on distress severity and pavement condition

✓Guidelines for edge break-up and stripping repair

✓Use of bitumen emulsions conforming to IS standards

✓Scheduling and prioritizing maintenance interventions

✓Quality control and inspection procedures

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