What are the contributors to pavement deterioration?
Asphalt deterioration is affected by many contributing factors, some of which are listed below: WATER . . WATER . . WATER . . are 3 elements that destroy pavement by getting into cracks in the surface or after oxidation has set in. Once water gets into the surface, nature, through its freezing and thawing process causes more cracks and enlarges the existing cracks. Original construction quality which can lead to deterioration in several ways. Oxidation As stated in another question is this section pertaining to maintenance costs, even on the most sound sub base and overly construction, oxidation is a natural occurrence that can only be controlled with sealcoating using a good Cold Tar Emulsion sealer like Nyra. Dumpster Trucks destroy Asphalt especially in the area where the trucks lift the dumpsters. The rocking motion creates stress that few asphalt pavements are designed to with stand. Cracks. Asphalt is a flexible pavement and cracks are a natural part of the aging process. When le
