Concrete Paving Blocks: Facilities Engineering Applications Program (FEAP) Demonstration, FY89
Abstract
This report documents a field demonstration of the construction of a concrete block pavement at Aberdeen Proving Ground, Maryland. The block pavement was used to reconstruct a tank road intersection which was previously surfaced with unbound gravel and was suffering from continual maintenance problems. A general description and history of concrete paving blocks are provided, as well as detailed discussions of the design and construction techniques used for the demonstration project. By monitoring the performance of the block pavement, it was determined that the design and construction methods demonstrated by this study were valid. After one year of service, the block pavement continues to perform satisfactorily under daily use by tracked vehicles. Concrete block pavements were proven as a viable pavement surfacing alternative.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Feb 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA232228
Entities
People
- Gary L. Anderton