Evaluation and specification of high build and special use waterborne pavement markings.

PDFTech ReportC-06-23Road markingsPavement groovingRetroreflectivityService lifeTraffic paintField testsEvaluationNew YorkNew York (State). Dept. of TransportationGalarza, PatrickNew York (State). Dept. of TransportationUnited States. Federal Highway AdministrationUS Transportation CollectionHigh build waterborne traffic paints and highly retro-reflective elements were applied at various locations to evaluate theirpracticality for use by NYSDOT Maintenance forces. In addition, highly reflective elements were applied within grooved in areasto protect the elements and determine if grooving the markings extend service life. High build traffic paint from 2 manufactureswas applied at various locations. Performance of high build paint was not noticeably different than standard traffic paint, ceramicelements performed well under dry and wet conditions, grooving operation was costly but show potential for durability andprotection of highly retro-reflective elements