Patent ID: 6623207
Filing Date: 2003-09-23
Classification: E01C

Abstract:
A method of reconstructing a roadway comprising gravel, dirt, or a combination thereof using a milling head and an asphalt emulsion, said method comprising:evaluating said roadway to determine if said roadway is an appropriate candidate for emulsion stabilization, wherein said evaluating step includes measuring traffic levels, soil type, rock base strength and thickness of said roadway and determining the depth of base stabilization needed to support traffic; taking borings of said roadway; analyzing said borings determining if said gravel or dirt is compatible with said asphalt emulsion; determining the amount of said emulsion that is compatible with said roadway and retains desired strength; rotating said milling head along said roadway, wherein said milling head breaks up said gravel or dirt; injecting said asphalt emulsion into said broken up gravel or dirt; and mixing said emulsion with said gravel or dirt so as to form an emulsion stabilized mixture.