Why is hot mix asphalt the paving material of choice?
First, it’s very easy to make, transport and apply. Secondly, hot mix asphalt can be driven over almost immediately after being applied to a surface. (See Please describe a typical repaving project) Concrete, on the other hand, can take several days to cure. In the Washington Metropolitan Area, quick turnaround on road construction and repair is paramount for commerce and commuter purposes.
Related Questions
- Asphalt paving, sometimes called "blacktopping" is the process of installing hot mix asphalt on an area and rolling it out to make a flat, smooth surface. Why asphalt instead of another material?
- How does the cost of hot mix asphalt (HMA) pavement compare with other road paving materials that I might use?
- What are the environmental benefits of using hot mix asphalt as a paving material?
