The ABCs of RCC

As usage of roller-compacted concrete (RCC) becomes more common, improvements are being made in its composition and performance. In the past, RCC was used in heavy-duty applications, but recently, it has moved into highway pavements. RCC simplifies construction because it does not need forms, reinforcing, jointing, or finishing. It is constructed quickly at a low cost. It is, however, insufficient for high-level pavements such as interstate highways and arterials, due to its surface texture. Research on and usage of RCC is growing in Arkansas; the cost benefits make it a good alternative for haul roads for trucks serving natural gas wells. RCC pavements are able to withstand the loads from heavy vehicles.

• Record URL:
  • http://www.betterroads.com/rcc-demos/
• Availability:
  • Find a library where document is available. Order URL: http://worldcat.org/oclc/1519687
• Authors:
  • Kuennen, Tom
• Publication Date: 2013-12

Language

• English

Media Info

• Media Type: Print
• Features: Photos;
• Pagination: pp 5-6, 8
• Serial:
  • Better Roads
  • Volume: 83
  • Issue Number: 12
  • Publisher: James Informational Media, Incorporated
  • ISSN: 0006-0208
  • Serial URL: http://www.betterroads.com

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Cost effectiveness; Haul roads; Heavy vehicles; Loads; Pavement performance; Paving; Roller compacted concrete pavements; Texture
• Geographic Terms: Arkansas
• Subject Areas: Highways; Pavements; I22: Design of Pavements, Railways and Guideways; I52: Construction of Pavements and Surfacings;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 01522908
• Record Type: Publication
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Apr 24 2014 11:45AM