FHWA Research and Technology Evaluation: Precast Concrete Pavement

Bucci, Gregory; Keen, Matthew; Coppinger, Kaitlin; Condon, Joseph

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FHWA Research and Technology Evaluation: Precast Concrete Pavement

2018-10-01
By Bucci, Gregory ; Keen, Matthew ; Coppinger, Kaitlin

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Bucci, Gregory ; Keen, Matthew ; Coppinger, Kaitlin ; Condon, Joseph
Corporate Creators:

John A. Volpe National Transportation Systems Center (U.S.)
Corporate Contributors:

United States. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Corporate Research, Technology, and Innovation Management
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Publication/ Report Number:

FHWA-HRT-18-063
Resource Type:

Tech Report
Geographical Coverage:

United States
Edition:

Final Report; Jun 2015– Jul 2018
Corporate Publisher:

United States. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Corporate Research, Technology, and Innovation
Abstract:

This evaluation assesses the outcomes of the Federal Highway Administration’s (FHWA’s) investment in precast concrete pavement (PCP). The evaluation team determined the benefits and costs of individual PCP projects and, where possible, extrapolated findings from the data based on overall themes. Additionally, the evaluation team determined the outcomes and impacts of FHWA research, demonstrations, workshops, and related activities and developed recommendations to facilitate the continued adoption of the technology. FHWA’s efforts were found to be largely successful and contributory to the development and adoption of PCP. FHWA has overseen initial research and prototypes and has helped the use of PCP technology become routine in some States. PCP is an effective and efficient way to conduct roadway maintenance, repairs, and reconstruction. Benefits significantly exceed costs in high-volume areas or unique roadway sections that would lead to significant detours if closed for long periods of time. PCP also allows for innovative maintenance practices and cost savings, such as the reuse of concrete panels for temporary repairs.
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Volpe Center ; Federal Highway Administration
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