Blowups

Description

Localized upward movement of the pavement surface at transverse joints or cracks, often accompanied by shattering of the concrete in that area.

Severity Levels

Not applicable. However, severity levels can be defined by the relative effect of a blowup on ride quality and safety.

How to Measure

Record number of blowups.

FIGURE 106 Distress Type CRCP 7—Blowups
FIGURE 107 Distress Type CRCP 7—A Blowup
FIGURE 108 Distress Type CRCP 7—Close-up View of a Blowup
FIGURE 109 Distress Type CRCP 7—Exposed Steel in a Blowup
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