TTC-T-0096 - Crack Sealing & Pothole Filling

Course Description

Crack sealing is an important part of a pavement preservation plan, and as with everything, properly completing the maintenance activities is critical to effective performance.  In this fast-paced workshop, we'll review the best practices and step-by-step instructions for crack sealing, then get out into the field to put it into practice.  We'll identify appropriate cracks for crack sealing - and cracks that are not good candidates for crack sealing, and go through the process.

• How to identify pavement cracks that are good crack seal candidates - and what cracks are not good candidates for crack sealing
• When to crack seal - season, temp, weather, in combo with other preservation treatments, etc.
• Surface preparation, crack preparation (routing), cleaning, application
• Sealant selection - pavement movement, condition and service life, climate, location and access to restrict use, crack density, etc. 
• Sealcoating
• Considerations when working with vendors to complete crack seal activities, including specifications, Q&A, etc.

We will also review the basics of a good pothole patch to repair pavement. We’ll review both “quick fix” and more permanent fixes, including partial- and full-depth repair. Discussion will include material options, considerations, quality considerations, and the process.

This course is open to NH municipal and state public works agencies only.

Attendees should come prepared for time outside, including high-vis PPE to work roadside, appropriate attire to protect against insects and sun, etc. 

Food/Services: Please bring your own bagged lunch for this workshop.  There will be no food/beverage service with this workshop, but there will be an opportunity for attendees to eat a bring-your-own bagged lunch during the presentation.  

Withdrawal Policy: In the event that you are unable to attend a program for any reason, please note you must submit your withdrawal via email to T2.Center@unh.edu or via phone message to 603.862.1362 at least 72 hours in advance of the start of a program to receive a refund. If a withdrawal is not received by UNH T2 at least 72 hours prior to the program start, the full program fee will be charged and is nonrefundable.  Substitutions are allowable at any time, and UNH T2 staff will be happy to assist in registering an alternative attendee from your organization at no cost.  

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