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On the Blue Ridge Parkway, nearly 90 miles needed attention.

The results:
🛣️ Maintained 5x more miles vs. traditional methods
💰 ~80% cost savings vs. mill & overlay
🚗 Safer ride for 15M+ annual visitors

Read the full story: https://t.co/x24adGgL15

#PavementPreservation

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What does “right treatment, right time” actually look like once paving season is in full swing?

This video walks through how smart, early decisions translate into real-world pavement performance.

Watch now: https://t.co/NaPuVbJecM

#PavementPreservation

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What makes asphalt emulsions so effective & why do #Roadvocates rely on them:

🌱 Lower emissions and reduced energy use
🛠️ Safer application at lower temperatures
♻️ Supports recycling and reuse of materials
💰 Cost-effective over the pavement lifecycle

https://t.co/jEu8tnst9m

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This project is a clear example of how targeted action delivers long-term value.

Results include:
🛣️ Extended service life
💰 Reduced overall costs
📊 Improved pavement conditions
🧠 Smarter planning decisions

Read the full story: https://t.co/NxMPUDTlBK

#SuccessStory

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What can real-world pavement projects teach us?

This video highlights lessons learned from the field—and how smarter pavement strategies can improve the roads we rely on every day.

Watch here: https://t.co/iiUPm2aR2t

#Infrastructure #PavementPreservation #Innovation #Roads

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Studies like this reinforce the value of preservation-first strategies and timely intervention.

PennDOT found something worth paying attention to: The EAC of microsurfacing was 44% lower than traditional thin overlays

Read the research: https://t.co/jL5YlCGN6w

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What does “right treatment, right time” look like in practice?

This video walks through how smart decisions translate into real-world performance.

Watch now: https://t.co/ta7Ao1YjPy

#Infrastructure #PavementManagement #Innovation #Roads

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Why wait for failure… when you can prevent it?

Pavement preservation is about applying the right treatment at the right time—before costly damage sets in.

Learn more: https://t.co/AcfHEfUrlz

#PavementPreservation #Infrastructure #Strategy #Roads

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The National Park Service faced a familiar challenge: How do you maintain more road miles with limited funding without compromising quality?

https://t.co/x24adGgL15

#PavementPreservation #RoadMaintenance #ChipSeal #FogSeal #SustainableInfrastructure

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How do Roadvocates get ahead of pavement decline?

This video highlights how proactive planning and treatment selection can change the trajectory of an entire network.

Watch here: https://t.co/JrSwoUwFVU

#PavementManagement #Infrastructure #Innovation #Roads

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Are you unlocking the full value of the roads you’ve already paid for?

The Recycling Calculator helps you compare strategies and quantify real impact. https://t.co/9C3OnGd2Bw

#Recycling #Sustainability #Infrastructure #DataDriven

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What happens when you stop chasing failures and start preserving what’s working?

This project shows how early, targeted treatments can dramatically improve long-term outcomes.

https://t.co/WvKcka1Vvx

#SuccessStory #PavementPreservation #Infrastructure #Strategy

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What does it really take to improve a road network and not just fix roads?

This video breaks down how agencies are shifting from reactive repairs to proactive, data-driven strategies.

https://t.co/zjO0t00qMx

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Did you know asphalt emulsions go far beyond the roadway?

Here’s where they show up:
🏗️ Pipe coatings to prevent water intrusion
🏠 Basement damp-proofing to protect structures
🚗 Vehicle undercoating to reduce rust and corrosion

Explore more: https://t.co/3NX5NGcg4L

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Louisiana DOT used micro surfacing to extend the life of US84 because good roads don’t always need rebuilding. Sometimes they just need the right treatment, data-driven decision making, and advocate behind the project.

https://t.co/Or7YkyxqSV

#MicroSurfacing #PPRA

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What does it take to become a “Network Hero”?

Meet Mackenzie Kelly, the power behind transforming pavement management across Charleston County’s 4,182-mile road network. She is a powerful example of what’s possible with the right mindset.

https://t.co/VoCngGHYw0

#NetworkHero

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Small shifts in strategy can lead to big gains. The difference often comes down to how you allocate your budget.

📊Balance preservation vs. rehab
💰Stretch every dollar further
📈Improve overall pavement condition over time

https://t.co/csdVkW0RfN

#Optimization #PPRA

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How long do seal coats really last? And what impacts their performance? Research from Utah DOT highlights key insights:
🛣️ Long-term performance
⏱️ OGSC averages nearly 9 years of life
💰 Smarter treatment selection can save millions annually

https://t.co/6JI7sc6Sx6

#PPRA

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Are your pavement decisions improving your network… or just maintaining it? This tool helps you find out: https://t.co/GnefERsIFw

With the Cost & Green Calculator, you can:
🧠 Compare treatment strategies
💰 Maximize ROI on your pavement budget

#DataDriven #PavementManagement

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The Town of Thompson recently used a fiber-reinforced interlayer + PPST overlay to bring a high-traffic road back to life. A smart combo treatment that outperformed traditional overlays.

https://t.co/X2iVHIZY1u