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Types of Work

Fixing Potholes
Structural repairs will be made for failed pavement areas. Failed areas of the roadway pavement will be cut out and removed (up to 6 inches deep). Then the excavated areas will be rebuilt with an equal amount of asphalt concrete.

Installing Curb Ramps
The City has identified almost 300 intersections where curb ramps are needed. New curb ramps will be installed at those locations.

Resurfacing Photo of road work
Resurfacing involves applying an overlay or seal to the surface of the roadway. This protects the roadway and slows its rate of deterioration, as well as creates a smooth surface. After the resurfacing is completed, pavement markings, striping and signage will be replaced or upgraded as appropriate. The four resurfacing methods the City plans to use are: Micro Seals, Cape Seals, Slurry Seals and Asphalt Overlays of various thicknesses. The type of treatment chosen for each street depends on the current pavement condition and economic factors.

Micro Seals and Cape Seals
Micro seals and cape seals are thin resurfacing treatments used for streets that are relatively structurally sound.

Slurry Seals
A slurry seal is another type of thin resurfacing treatment used for streets that are structurally sound. It is installed relatively quickly.

Asphalt Concrete Overlays
This treatment is used for streets that are structurally deficient and involves placing a layer of new asphalt concrete over the entire roadway.

 
 
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