Road maintenance in South Australia needs to be focused on drastic preventative measures in order to stop the expensive deterioration of the road infrastructure. One of the most efficient approaches is routing and sealing concrete cracks , which safeguards road surfaces and bridge deck areas from water, debris and weakening of the structures. This method aids in the long-term maintenance of the roadway structures, resulting in the construction of safer and more durable roads statewide. In this guide, you’ll explore various types of road cracks and the most effective solutions to address them, ensuring safer, more durable infrastructure for South Australia’s roads. What are the Different Types of Road Cracks? Severe Fatigue (Alligator) Cracking The crisscross cracking pattern, which is similar to that of an alligator's skin, forms due to high traffic loads and, therefore, occurs mostly on asphalt pavements. The pavement is forced to bend under high traffic loads, which causes the f...
When you drive on a road, you usually see it as black or grey. But did you know that asphalt can come in many different colours? There is a whole world of colourful possibilities for roads and bridges that we still need to explore. Yes, you read that right! And the most exciting part is that coloured asphalt is also beneficial for bridge decks. Those bridge decks , often known as road beds, are where you see most of the traffic moving, no matter in which country you live. Asphalt can be coloured to produce various shades. This unique feature serves a practical purpose, mainly when applied to bridge decks, offering many advantages. In this blog post, we will discuss how using this asphalt can benefit bridge decks. It can improve the aesthetics, safety, functionality, and durability of our bridges. So get ready to see bridges in a new way! The amazing benefits of coloured asphalt for bridges When talking about the range of benefits of coloured asphalt for bridge decks , here’s what we ha...