**SAMPLE PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE PROGRAM**

Anywhere Municipal Airport

Anywhere, USA

Airfield Pavement Maintenance Program

**1. General Information**

The Anywhere Municipal Airport was originally opened in 1966 as a
private landing strip and consisted of a turf runway with ample parking
space. The City of Anywhere purchased the airport in 1974 and major
improvements were completed during the summer of 1975. Improvements,
funded in part through a grant from the Federal Aviation Administration
(FAA) consisted of the construction of a 4000' X 75' runway, 20,000
square yard apron, and a partial parallel taxiway. Through a second
grant from the FAA, the runway was extended 1,000 feet to the South in
1995 and the remainder of the parallel taxiway was constructed. The
original runway and taxiway were overlaid with 3 inches of Hot Mix
Asphalt to increase the load carrying capacity required by increased
usage of the airport.

The airport is located Northeast of the City of Anywhere and is just
South of the Lottawater River. The airport is located near the perimeter
of the river's flood plain in a area protected for a 100 year flood. An
oxford bow from a previous alignment of the river is located just north
of the runway and taxiway. This area experiences high water tables and
medium to severe frost damage. The average frost penetration is 32
inches. The general soils in the area are lean clays with pockets of
silty sand. Frost damage is isolated to the pockets of silty sand.

**2. INSPECTION SCHEDULE**

The Anywhere Airport pavement inspections will be completed at the noted
frequencies by the Airport Manager, Airport Maintenance Staff, or other
qualified personnel as approved by the airport manager. Copies of the
completed inspection reports will be kept on file with the airport
manager's office.

Should any inspection reveal the need for repair, the inspector document
the distress and notify the airport manager who will make arrangements
for repair. Routine repairs will be performed as soon as possible or
deferred to regular cyclic repair schedules where appropriate. Emergency
repairs will be performed within 24 hours with confirmation by the
airport manager.

> A. Daily Inspections - All pavements will be inspected daily for FOD
> and obvious damage to the pavement. These inspections will be drive-by
> inspections to detect unexpected changes in the pavement condition or
> any situation creating an unsafe condition
>
> B. Bi-monthly Inspections - Each element of pavement will be
> subdivided into 3 sections. Stagger inspection of sections so that
> each element is fully inspected every 6 months.
>
> C. 6-Month Inspections - All pavements will be inspected for follow-up
> on required maintenance items. Obvious distresses, not previously
> identified, should be noted. The 6-month inspection will be in the
> spring and fall after adverse seasonal weather conditions have ended.
>
> D. Annual Inspection - All pavements are to be visually observed for
> general performance and condition. Review and revise the maintenance
> program, as necessary, at this time. Pavements that show increase in
> deterioration should be identified for inclusion in capital
> improvement plan. Preventive maintenance should be identified and
> recommended for budgeting. Annual inspections will be performed in the
> spring to provide support data for City FY budgeting.
>
> E. 3-year Inspection - All pavements will be inspected and evaluated
> in accordance with ASTM D 5340, Test Method for Airport Pavement
> Condition Surveys. A professional consultant will typically perform
> this inspection, however it may also be performed by qualified City or
> State personnel as available.

**3. Pavement Inventory**

Anywhere Municipal Airport

Pavement Inventory

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Pavement Element Information

PAVEMENT ELEMENT: [R-1 (Original Runway - North 4000 feet 75'
wide)]{.underline}

Pavement Structure Type: Rigid With Asphalt Overlay

Pavement Surface Material: Asphalt

Pavement Structure: 1) 3 inch ACC (Item P-401) (1995)

2\) 6 inch PCC (Item P-501) (1975)

3\) 4 inch aggregate subbase ( Item P-154) 1975

4\) 6 inch subgrade preparation ( Item P-152) \* 95% ASTM D698

Lean clay, PI = 23-28 (1975 previously used as turf rwy)

Drainage Features: No subsurface drains system - Surface drainage only

Pavement Use: Heavy usage - 50-65 ops per day, average weight 45 Kips
DWG Use has increased dramatically in the past 5 years.

Pavement Strength: 60,000 DWG

Priority: 1 (scale of 1-6, 1 highest)

Miscellaneous: North end (250') constructed near old river channel,
appears to have excessive subsurface moisture.

PAVEMENT ELEMENT: [R-2 (Runway Extension - South 1200 feet 75'
wide)]{.underline}

Pavement Structure Type: Rigid

Pavement Surface Material: Concrete

Pavement Structure: 1) 7 inch PCC (Item P-501) (1995)

2\) 6 inch aggregate subbase (Item P-154) (1995)

3\) 6 inch subgrade preparation ( Item P-152) \* 95% ASTM D698

Lean clay, PI = 23-28 (1995 previously used as turf rwy)

Drainage Features: No subsurface drains system - Surface drainage only

Pavement Use: Heavy usage - 50-65 ops per day, average weight 45 Kips
DWG Use has increased dramatically in the past 5 years.

Pavement Strength: 60,000 DWG

Priority: 1 (scale of 1-6, 1 highest)

Miscellaneous: High end of runway - No obvious problems

PAVEMENT ELEMENT: [T-1 (Original Taxiway - North 1350 feet 35'
wide)]{.underline}

Pavement Structure Type: Rigid With Asphalt Overlay

Pavement Surface Material: Asphalt

Pavement Structure: 1) 3 inch ACC (Item P-401) (1995)

2\) 6 inch PCC (Item P-501) (1975)

3\) 4 inch aggregate subbase ( Item P-154) (1975)

4\) 6 inch subgrade preparation ( Item P-152) \* 95% ASTM D698

Lean clay, PI = 23-28 (1975 previously used as turf rwy)

Drainage Features: No subsurface drains system - Surface drainage only

Pavement Use: low usage - 15-20 ops per day, average weight 45 Kips DWG
The majority of traffic lands to the south and uses T-2 for apron
access.

Pavement Strength: 60,000 DWG

Priority: 2 (scale of 1-6, 1 highest)

Miscellaneous: North end (250') constructed near old river channel,
appears to have excessive subsurface moisture.

Further division of elements in this example such as connecting taxiways
will most likely be required. Final division of airfield pavement will
depend upon several factor as listed in the narrative regarding pavement
inventory.

**4. DISTRESS IDENTIFICATION INDEX**

For guidance on distress identification see:

-   ASTM D 5340, Test Method for Airport Pavement Condition Surveys

-   FAA Advisory Circular 150/5380-6, Guidelines and Procedures for
    Maintenance of Airport Pavements

-   Strategic Highway Research Program SHRP-P-338, SHRP-H-349 &
    SHRP-H-348

-   Asphalt Institute, Manual Series No. 16, Asphalt in Pavement
    Maintenance

Copies of these references are available from the City Engineer or the
Airport Manager.

**5 . Inspection Report**

**PAVEMENT INSPECTION REPORT**

> Pavement Element [\_R-1\_\_ \_]{.underline} Inspected By: [Joe
> Maintenance]{.underline} Date Inspected: [Dec. XX, 19XX]{.underline}

+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
| I   |                               | Maintenance       |     |     |
| nsp |                               | Action            |     |     |
| ect |                               |                   |     |     |
| ion |                               |                   |     |     |
| Rec |                               |                   |     |     |
| ord |                               |                   |     |     |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
| Lo  | Distress                      | Description of    | D   | C   |
| cat | Description                   | Repair            | ate | ost |
| ion | /Dimensions/Severity/Features |                   | Per |     |
|     |                               |                   | for |     |
|     | Recommended Action            |                   | med |     |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
| No  | Numerous reflective cracks.   | Cracks in ACC     | M   | \$1 |
| rth | Concrete panels beneath ACC   | overlay sealed    | ar. | .25 |
| 50' | overlay appear to have        | with AXZ sealant  | X,  | /Lf |
|     | shattered. 7 or 8 panels      | (Concrete repair  | 1   |     |
| W   | affected. Seal cracks in ACC  | delayed till      | 9XX | to  |
| est | a.s.a. weather permits, seek  | Sept. 19XX)       |     | tal |
| E   | funds to repair concrete      |                   |     |     |
| dge | slabs summer 19XX.            |                   |     | \$  |
|     |                               |                   |     | 375 |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
| O   | Reflective cracking in ACC    | Cracks in ACC     | M   | \$1 |
| ver | overlay. 5 full length        | overlay sealed    | ar. | .25 |
| all | longitudinal and 320 full     | with AXZ sealant  | X,  | /Lf |
| in  | width transverse. Seal cracks | Total of 44,000   | 1   |     |
| E   | in ACC a.s.a. weather         | LF                | 9XX | To  |
| lem | permits.                      |                   |     | tal |
| ent |                               |                   |     | \$  |
|     |                               |                   |     | 55, |
|     |                               |                   |     | 000 |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
| 1   | Ponding along edge of runway  | Area bladed to    | M   | A   |
| 200 | pavement. Appears to be due   | remove high       | ar. | irp |
| f   | to excessive vegetation along | ground and permit | X,  | ort |
| eet | west edge. Area approximately | drainage. Area    | 1   | For |
| S   | 300' long. Remove vegetation  | seeded as         | 9XX | ces |
| of  | by grading area to drain.     | required.         |     |     |
| N   | Wait till Spring for seeding. |                   |     | \   |
| end |                               |                   |     | $1, |
| W   |                               |                   |     | 200 |
| est |                               |                   |     |     |
| e   |                               |                   |     |     |
| dge |                               |                   |     |     |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
| So  | Snow plow damage at end of    |                   |     |     |
| uth | ACC overlay. Remove FOD and   |                   |     |     |
| end | loose material. No repairs    |                   |     |     |
|     | necessary at this time.       |                   |     |     |
|     | Advise equipment operators of |                   |     |     |
|     | potential problems.           |                   |     |     |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
|     |                               |                   |     |     |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+
|     |                               |                   |     |     |
+-----+-------------------------------+-------------------+-----+-----+

**6. Economic Analysis**

A life cycle cost analysis will be used to determine the best use of
airport funds. The analysis shall consider the effects of no maintenance
versus the recommended maintenance for a give element of pavement. The
analysis shall also consider the overall condition of the airport and
each element of pavement requiring funds. In addition to the life cycle
cost analysis, priority for funding shall be given to the airfield
pavement in the following order.

1\. R-1 and R-2

2\. T-1

3\. A-1

4\. T-2

5\. A-2

6\. TH-1

**7. Program Funding and Programming**

The airport is funded by user fees and taxes collected by the City of
Anywhere. Anticipated funds available for maintenance each year are
limited. Previous funding has been on the order of \$XXX per year. This
amount is not sufficient to fund the maintenance requirements and
additional funds must be procured from the City of Anywhere until
additional revenue can be generated by the airport. Expansion of the
airport property in 19XX, should provide \$XXX for airport operations.
This amount will support the current maintenance needs including
programmed preventive maintenance items.

With joint cooperation from the City Maintenance Department, the airport
seals cracks in the asphalt surfaces each fall. A protective surface
treatment is anticipated for 19XX and will require additional funds.
Rehabilitation of the joint sealant in the Portland Cement Concrete
surfaces is anticipated in the year 20XX. Funding for this work will be
generated from the 19XX, 19XX and 20XX budget years. The following table
identifies anticipated maintenance cost for the next 5 years

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  **Anticipated                              
  Pavement                                   
  Maintenance Cost**                         

  Year/Maintenance   Cost      Anticipated   Notes
  item                         repair date   

  19XX                                       

  Crack Sealing ACC  \$XX      Fall          Assistance by City crews

  Grading RWY Edge   \$XX      Mar. 19XX     Airport Forces

  PCC Joint Rehab    \$XX      20XX          Program for 20XX

  19XX                                       

  Crack Sealing ACC  \$XX      Fall          Assistance by City crews

  PCC Joint Rehab.   \$XX      20XX          Program for 20XX

  20XX                                       

  PCC Joint Rehab    \$XX      June, 20XX    Multi-year funds

  20XX                                       

                                             
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