Preserving pavement assets through realistic policy objectives and life cycle consideration of users, economic efficiency, resource conservation and environmental protection

Pavements represent a major asset in Canada's transportation capital stock. Preservation of this asset requires good technology, good management and adequate financing. A framework for preservation should be part of an agency's business plan and explicitly incorporate strategic policy objectives. Realization of these objectives depends on clear recognition of the stakeholders involved, measurable performance indicators and achievable …