Levelling course

[KJAlberta]

Just wondering about the most effective way to estimate the amount of levelling course required for 200m municipal road (with standard c & g) overlay program.

Asphalt levelling course measured in tonnes.

Thanks a lot.

 

[dirtsqueezer]

If you have no other options, I might just call your local asphalt company. I find that the guys that actually do it are usually pretty accurate. They may be eager to give you an answer for the possiblity of business.

Good luck.

 

[BigH]

One thing to keep in mind is that there is typically a minimum leveling course thickness - some 25 to 30mm.

 

[jheidt2543]

Here are some estimating factors I've used over the years:

Crushed stone base course: Thickness 6" 8" 10" 12"

Tons/SY 0.33 0.44 0.58 0.66

Asphalt paving: Thickness 1" 2" 3" 4"

Tons/SY 0.055 0.110 0.165 0.220

 

[KRSServices]

How much ACP are you putting down? What is the ACP gradation for your level course?

You should be aware that 200 m of road is not much, so unless there is another project nearby, you will be paying a premium to start off with.

How wide is your road and what is the average depth of rutting on your road, as measured by a straightedge.

I have a few formulas and tricks that I use, but they all start with the $/tonne of locally supplied ACP. Where are you located? I am in Alberta and therefore if you are near, it could be very easy to get you some numbers.

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