Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: November 8, 2024) |
Title 23 - Highways |
Chapter I - Federal Highway Administration, Department of Transportation |
SubChapter G - Engineering and Traffic Operations |
Part 626 - Pavement Policy |
§ 626.2 - Definitions.
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§ 626.2 Definitions.
Unless otherwise specified in this part, the definitions in 23 U.S.C. 101(a) are applicable to this part. As used in this part:
Pavement design means a project level activity where detailed engineering and economic considerations are given to alternative combinations of subbase, base, and surface materials which will provide adequate load carrying capacity. Factors which are considered include: Materials, traffic, climate, maintenance, drainage, and life-cycle costs.