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Types of Asphault Failure

Seam Cracks

Types of Failure - Seam CracksSeam cracks develop along the joints of asphalt where different paving pulls come together. These usually exhibit themselves as long linear cracks that should simply be crackfilled on a regular basis.

If left unsealed, these cracks can become central points for fatigue as water seeps under pavement. Once a seam crack opens wider into a fatigued area, it should be treated as a fatigue area since adequately sealing these types of cracks is difficult.