Video Network [VIDEO] Asphalt Pavement Principles: Density and Durability When striving to make asphalt pavements more durable, research and lessons learned show that density is an important factor.

When it comes to asphalt, measuring pavement density is key to building longer-lasting roads. Paving contractors must ensure that the pavement is compacted enough to ensure long-term asphalt health.

The State of Maine Department of Transportation is at the forefront of research on how to improve road pavement quality and extend service life. It focuses on improving both the material mixes used ...