Lane-to-Shoulder Separation

Description

Widening of the joint between the edge of the slab and the shoulder.

Severity Levels

Not applicable. Severity levels can be defined by categorizing the measurements taken. A complete record of the measurements taken is much more desirable, however, because it is more accurate and repeatable than severity levels.

How to Measure

Record to the nearest millimeter at intervals of 15.25 m along the lane-to shoulder joint. Indicate whether the joint is well-sealed (yes or no) at each location.

Note: A null value (“N”) should be recorded and entered into the database when the surveyor is unable to take a measurement due to an anomaly such as sealant or patch material.