Proactive preservation prevents pavement safety hazards

The hazardous results of inadequate use of proactive preservation for pavement, with a reliance on reactive maintenance, can be surface deficiencies, such as loose gravel, abrupt vertical variations, slippery pavement, pavement edge drop offs, and potholes, among others; all of which affect motorist safety. These hazards are detailed here, along with specific recommendations for proactive pavement preservation.