Abstract
Innovative construction and reconstruction methods provide the opportunity to significantly reduce the time of roadway projects while maintaining the necessary quality of workmanship. The need for these “rapid” methods stems from the increase in traffic on Kentucky roadways coupled with the rise in conventional road and bridge construction methods. Conventional construction methods cannot maintain the demand for progress necessitated by the future needs of the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, especially the current philosophy of “Get In, Get Out, and Stay Out.” This research documents a series of case studies that examined past projects which used innovative rapid construction methods. This document also includes a decision making model based on road user costs and various project parameters which can broaden the Cabinet’s awareness of the project options available for each venture.
Report Date
7-2005
Report Number
KTC-05-14/SPR283-04-1F
Digital Object Identifier
http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/KTC.RR.2005.14
Repository Citation
Goodrum, Paul M.; Wang, Yinggang; Jones, Chris N.; Fenouil, Philippe C.; and Hancher, Donn E., "Innovative Rapid Construction/Reconstruction Methods" (2005). Kentucky Transportation Center Research Report. 163.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ktc_researchreports/163
Notes
The contents of this report reflect the views of the authors, who are responsible for the facts and accuracy of the data presented herein. The contents do not necessarily reflect the official views or policies of the University of Kentucky, the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, or the Kentucky Transportation Center. This report does not constitute a standard, specification, or regulation.