Standard Test Method for Measuring Pavement Macrotexture Depth Using a Volumetric Technique

Importancia y uso:

5.1 This test method is suitable for research and development purposes and for field tests to determine the average macrotexture depth of a pavement surface. The knowledge of pavement macrotexture depth serves as a tool in characterizing the pavement surface texture. When used in conjunction with other physical tests, the macrotexture depth values derived from this test method may be used to determine the pavement skid resistance capability and the suitability of paving materials or finishing techniques. When used with other tests, care should be taken that all tests are applied at the same location. Improvements in pavement finishing practices and maintenance schedules may result from use of this test method.

5.2 The texture depth measurements produced using this test method are influenced by pavement macrotexture characteristics and not significantly affected by pavement microtexture. Pavement aggregate particle shape, size, and distribution are texture features not addressed in this procedure. This test method is not meant to provide a complete assessment of pavement surface texture characteristics.

5.3 The pavement macrotexture depth values measured by this test method, with the equipment and procedures stated herein, do not necessarily agree or correlate directly with other techniques of surface texture measurements.

Note 2: The pavement surface to be measured using this test method must be dry and free of any construction residue, surface debris, and loose aggregate particles that would be displaced or removed during normal environmental and traffic conditions.

Subcomité:

E17.23

Referida por:

E2832-12R17, E0867-23, F1649-20, E2177-20, E1845-23, E1777-09R24, E2380_E2380M-15R24

Volúmen:

04.03

Número ICS:

93.080.20 (Road construction materials)