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Bituminous Surfacing Characteristics
  • Publication no: AP-PWT11-21
  • Published: 29 October 2021

This Pavement Work Tip provides guidance on the characteristics of bituminous surfacing treatments, including user performance requirements.

Updated: October 2021

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