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After compaction, what is the ratio of expansion? Will extreme weather conditions affect the road (hot or cold)?

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After compaction, what is the ratio of expansion? Will extreme weather conditions affect the road (hot or cold)?

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After compaction, the expansion-contraction ratio will be dependent upon the soil type (percentage of expansive clays) as well as the gradation range (distribution of particle sizes). Well graded soil (ranging from -200 mesh to 1 inch) is ideal for road building. The -200 mesh fines should be approximately 20%. If the frost level extends below the level of the road some heaving may occur. However, in the spring the road should settle back to its original elevation without severe damage. Proper road construction, including shoulder drainage, will minimize the effects of frost. Good engineering practices should be observed. Hot weather does not affect a road, other than dry dirt surfaces tend to be dusty under high wheel loading. ROADMAXX treated surfaces will reduce the amount of dust. Return to theTop 4.

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