Abstract
In recent years, the subject of open-graded drainage layers, often referred to as "drainage blankets", has been utilized increasingly for pavement drainage. This study addresses the use of drainage blankets in Kentucky. Study efforts have focused on construction, performance, materials, and design considerations of drainage blankets.
Study findings are that the Number 57 gradation provides the optimum drainage and structural stability of the standard gradations evaluated. Asphalt treated aggregate provides greater stability and a better working platform than untreated aggregate. Maintenance of collector system outlets is very poor. Daylighting of drainage blankets appears to be feasible. Drainage blankets can be given structural value in pavement design but the structural coefficient, especially for untreated material, has not been satisfactorily established at this time. There is no clear evidence that drainage blankets extend pavement life as constructed and maintained.
Report Date
6-1994
Report Number
KTC-94-13
Digital Object Identifier
http://dx.doi.org/10.13023/KTC.RR.1994.13
Repository Citation
Meade, Bobby W. and Hunsucker, David Q., "Evaluating the Design and Effectiveness of Subsurface Drainage Layers" (1994). Kentucky Transportation Center Research Report. 1535.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ktc_researchreports/1535
Notes
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