Bleeding

Description

Excess bituminous binder occurring on the pavement surface, usually found in the wheel paths. May range from a surface discolored relative to the remainder of the pavement, to a surface that is losing surface texture because of excess asphalt, to a condition where the aggregate may be obscured by excess asphalt possibly with a shiny, glass-like, reflective surface that may be tacky to the touch.

Severity Levels

Not applicable. The presence of bleeding indicates potential mixture related performance problems. Extent is sufficient to monitor any progression.

How to Measure

Record square meters of surface area affected.

Note: Preventative maintenance treatments (slurry seals, chip seals, fog seals, etc.) sometimes exhibit bleeding characteristics. These occurrences should be noted, but not rated as bleeding.