Road Crack Repair

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Resurfacing addresses problems on the surface of the roadway by replacing the top layer of asphalt pavement. It also addresses issues like potholes, cracking, hummocks, bumps and patches of street cuts (typically a result of utility and other underground work). Resurfacing is a less expensive, short-term method of maintaining the quality of existing streets. It usually takes less than a month to complete and is a regularly scheduled operation. View the current resurfacing schedule

Once a street is resurfaced, it becomes a protected street for five years. NYC DOT will not issue street opening permits for protected streets, except for emergency work. Repairs to potholes or other street defects can, however, be performed on protected streets. The Street Works Manual provides detailed information on policies and procedures governing work on city streets.

Some of the paving materials that get removed from City streets during routine resurfacing operations are recycled and combined with new materials and reused for paving. Learn more about NYC DOT's sustainable street resurfacing

Street reconstruction work is executed by the Department of Design and Construction (DDC) on NYC DOT's behalf. Extensive coordination is necessary between NYC DOT, other City and State agencies, utilities, and the community. From conception to construction, it can take between three to five years to complete a project. Because of the significant time and funding involved and because the work is so comprehensive, street reconstruction projects are an opportunity to reimagine and enhance the overall streetscape. As with resurfacing projects, after a street is reconstructed it becomes protected for five years. See more on Protected Streets

The New York City Street Design Manual contains city policies, detailed guidelines and numerous reference resources related to planning, designing, constructing, operating and maintaining the city's streets, sidewalks and public spaces. DDC maintains the City's Infrastructure Design Standards, including NYC DOT's Standard Highway Specifications and Standard Details of Construction.

Whenever possible, NYC DOT also follows the guidelines in New York City's High Performance Infrastructure Guidelines, which outline strategies for sustainable infrastructure, and the Active Design Guidelines, which encourage healthier outdoor spaces.

Anyone can request that a particular street be inspected for resurfacing. NYC DOT receives requests from private citizens, Community Boards, elected officials and its own workforce as they move throughout the City each day. Streets are rated based upon the level of surface distress, and are prioritized in consultation with Community Boards and elected officials. They are scheduled based upon clearance of planned utility work, available funding, public events and other scheduled capital improvements. For the most up to date information of resurfacing work, check the Weekly Resurfacing Schedule.

Based on the nature of the construction work, there are times when parking restrictions are needed to allow the heavy construction activity to be performed. Construction work usually requires a local and emergency lane at all times. In unique situations, the street may be too narrow for access while work is occurring. For concerns about a specific location, contact NYC311 online or call 311.

Many streets in Manhattan are occupied by both residences and businesses, which makes it extremely difficult to plan street work. When at all possible, daytime work is conducted on residential streets where minimal traffic impact would occur. The decision is based largely on the overall condition of the street and what impact it would have on the entire community. If street work limits public access to a busy street, the impact on businesses could be devastating. NYC DOT works to reduce the impact on both residents and businesses. With the advancement of technology in the asphalt industry, NYC DOT has state-of-the-art equipment that is quieter and faster.

In order to better inform the public about the duration of projects, NYC DOT requires that contractors place signs at work locations with a project number, estimated duration, and a telephone number to call with any questions. In most cases schedules are determined by the size of projects, including the amount of materials that must be removed or put in place. If signs are not posted, contact NYC DOT.

Contractors are required to remove all temporary detour and parking restriction signs upon completion of the construction project. However, there are times when this does not happen. For concerns about a specific location, contact NYC311 online or call 311.

Contact NYC311 online or call 311. An NYC DOT inspector will respond. NYC DOT will contact either the contractor, if it is in front of a construction site, or the dumpster company if not a work site. If the dumpster is not removed in a timely manner, NYC DOT will have the Sanitation Department remove it.

This is a safety precaution mandated by law to address the problem of blind spots when a driver utilizes the vehicle side view mirrors. The beeping noise alerts anyone who may be behind the vehicle that it is moving. As a second precaution, NYC DOT requires that no truck is to back up at a work location without an individual spotting or directing the vehicle. This precaution is for the safety of the public as well as the workers.

Contact NYC311 online or call 311. An NYC DOT inspector will come to the site to inspect. If the plates are not ramped or pinned, causing the plates to make a noise when hit by a vehicle, the inspector will call the contractor to fix the plates. NYC DOT can issue a summons if the condition is not corrected. Note: If numbers or letters are visible on the plates, give this information to the operator when you call us. This will speed the corrective action.

511 Virginia provides free real-time information about road conditions, construction delays, and other incidents to the traveling public. The 511 website provides information about lane closures, the ability to view traffic cameras, and the option to sign up for email alerts to deliver personalized, real-time traffic information on roads of interest.

E-ZPass speeds up the process of passing through tolls by letting drivers prepay electronically. Drivers attach a small electronic device to their windshield or license plate and tolls are automatically deducted.

All driver and vehicle licensing and registration in Virginia is handled by the Department of Motor Vehicles, an agency separate from the Virginia Department of Transportation. Any questions related to driver or vehicle licenses and registration should be answered on the DMV website.

The Adopt-a-Highway program provides an opportunity for you or your family, business or civic group to clean up litter. In 2012, more than 1,000 groups totaling more than 16,000 participants collected upwards of 25,000 bags of waste.

The Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT) is responsible for building, maintaining and operating the state's roads, bridges and tunnels. Virginia has the third-largest state-maintained highway system in the country, behind Texas and North Carolina.

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Please note that TxDOT does not maintain roads, sidewalks, pedestrian or bike paths in cities within city/town or county jurisdiction. Contact your local authorities for all repair requests. Submit a separate report for each request. For road conditions requiring immediate attention call 800-558-9368.

The City of Huntsville has over 2,300 lane miles of paved roadway within its boundaries. Public Works surveys each street at least once every two years by a team of asphalt inspectors and changes in the surface condition are recorded and compared against all others in the City.

POTHOLE PATCHINGThe patching or filling of ruts or holes in the pavement is an essential function of the Public Works Department. Pothole repair preserves the integrity and safety of City streets and improves the riding quality for motorists. To report a pothole, please use the Huntsville Connect service request program.

You can request street repair services by calling the Mayor's Citywide Call Center at 311 or completing a service request online using the District government's Service Request Center. Identify the specific location (i.e. address, intersection) and the specific repair problem (i.e. uneven pavement, numerous potholes). Describe the paving material (i.e. concrete, asphalt, or brick). A service request will be put into the tracking system, and you should receive a service request number.

DDOT's standard is to resolve non-emergency street repair problems within the context of its annual federal and local budgets. You can call the Mayor's Hotline at 311 or (202) 727-1000 if the request hasn't been resolved by the specified time of completion. Please reference your service request number.

Based on the Pavement Surface Evaluation and Rating (PASER) determines the treatment techniques. PASER Rating is based on a number system, 1 through 10 with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best. Other factors along with the PASER Rating to determine the locations for repair include the following proposed water main or sanitary sewer maintenance or replacements, tree removal and replacements and other road proposed improvements by the Michigan Department of Transportation or Wayne County in the vicinity.

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