Rating

In rating the overall condition of a survey section for the following distresses (Transverse Cracking, Rutting, Oxidation, Raveling and Ride Quality) the rater should recognize that various amounts of Light, Moderate and Severe distress may be present. Therefore, the rater shall use the following guideline, along with the above definitions in rating the overall condition of a section:
Light: When 1/2 or more of the section shows Light distress, OR

A combination of distress conditions is present on 1/3 or more of the section with some Moderate distress and no Severe distress.

Moderate: When 1/2 or more of the section shows Moderate distress, OR

A combination of distress conditions is present on 1/3 or more of the section with some Severe distress.

Severe: When 1/3 or more of the section shows Severe distress.

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