Condition Rating

For each pavement section, PAVER^TM identifies the M&R level and the work year so as to optimize M&R funding and keep pavements above critical condition.

PAVER^TM vs. Ad Hoc Approach

The following image shows actual benefits for a road network that implemented PAVER^TM in 2010. The green path (upper right) shows the installation's calculated pavement condition when following the PAVER^TM system. The red path (lower right) shows the consequence of continuing with an ad hoc approach (worst first) for identifying and timing maintenance and rehabilitation needs. The projected M&R cost avoidance for that road network is $34 million over 10 years.

In addition to reducing pavement maintenance costs, PAVER^TM helps to improve quality of life by promoting timely repair of damaged pavements, providing smoother rides and reducing travel delays. It also provides ongoing business opportunities for private-sector pavement contractors and consultants involved in infrastructure sustainment.

This figure shows the impact on pavement condition distribution for a county in the US, after implementing PAVER^TM for 10 years.