PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJECT

2026-11-03

This work shall consist of furnishing all labor , materials , equipment , traffic control , and incidentals necessary to complete micro - surfacing , crack sealing , pavement repairs , pavement markings , and associated work on roadways identified on the project location map . All work shall be completed in accordance with these specifications and the current Supplemental Specifications of the West Virginia Division of Highways ( WVDOH ). WORK REQUIREMENTS  MICRO - SURFACING The Contractor shall apply single - course or multiple - course micro - surfacing in accordance with WVDOH Section 420 and manufacturer recommendations at the locations shown on the plans .  CRACK SEALING Prior to placement of micro - surfacing , all designated roadways shall receive crack treatment as shown on the plans . Crack sealing and crack filling shall be performed in accordance with the current version of the West Virginia Division of Highways ( WVDOH ) Standard Specifications , including Sections 412 and 708 , as applicable . Crack sealant material shall be a hot - poured , rubberized asphalt sealant approved for use by WVDOH for asphalt pavement crack sealing applications or ODOT ( type II ) All cracks greater than 1 / 8 inch in width shall be cleaned of debris and moisture by compressed air or other approved methods prior to sealant placement . A . Crack Treatment for Micro surfacing Preparation Cracks on roadways scheduled to receive micro - surfacing shall be filled flush with the existing pavement surface . Excess sealant or overbanding shall not exceed 1 / 16 inch above the pavement surface . Sealant shall be fully cured prior to placement of micro - surfacing . B . Standalone Crack Sealing ( Maintenance Sections ) On roadways not scheduled for micro - surfacing , cracks shall be sealed in accordance with WVDOH Section 412 . Routing of cracks may be required where directed by the Engineer . A controlled overband application may be permitted to ensure proper sealing of working cracks . The intent of this work is to extend pavement life and reduce moisture infiltration  PAVEMENT MARKING REMOVAL Existing Type V pavement markings shall be removed prior to placement of microsurfacing to ensure proper bond . This item shall be incidental to the Mirco surfacing line item .  FULL - DEPTH PAVEMENT REPAIRS ( CONTINGENCY ) Where pavement failure is encountered , the Contractor shall perform full - depth repairs as directed by the Engineer . It is the contractor ' s responsibility to identify and to immediately notify the engineer if pavement failure is found prior or during to micro surfacing . Repairs shall include : Saw cutting and removal of failed pavement Installation of 6 inches of compacted aggregate base Installation of 6 inches of asphalt wearing course Contingency quantities are provided for bidding purposes .  MILLING AND OVERLAY ( CONTINGENCY ) Where minor surface issues exist , the Contractor shall mill localized areas to a depth of 2 inches and place a 2 - inch asphalt wearing course to provide a uniform surface suitable for micro - surfacing applications . Contingency quantities are provided .  PAVEMENT MARKINGS Following completion of surface treatments , the Contractor shall reinstall pavement markings as follows : Centerlines Lane lines Channelizing lines Crosswalks Stop bars Channelizing lines shall be applied using Fast Dry Traffic Paint , Type II . The Contractor shall furnish and maintain all signage , cones , barricades , and traffic control devices necessary to safely protect motorists during marking application and during curing of pavement markings .

West Virginia

2026-05-02