Standard Practice for Pavement Condition Index Surveys for Interlocking Concrete Roads and Parking Lots

Abstract

4.1 The PCI is a numerical indicator that rates the surface condition of the pavement. The PCI provides a measure of the present condition of the pavement based on the distress observed on the surface of the pavement, which also indicates the structural integrity and surface operational condition (localized roughness and safety). The PCI does not measure structural capacity nor does it provide direct measurement of skid resistance or roughness. It provides an objective and rational basis for determining maintenance and repair needs and priorities. Regular monitoring of the PCI is used to establish the rate of pavement deterioration, which permits early identification of major rehabilitation needs. The PCI can also provide feedback on pavement performance for validation or improvement of current pavement design and maintenance procedures. 4.2 The PCI procedure for interlocking concrete pavements was developed by surveying many sample units. Additional verification of the accuracy and repeatability of the PCI procedure for interlocking concrete pavements remains to be performed.