Effects of oil field development on low volume roadways: an overlooked energy related cost
Roadway networks throughout the nation carry numerous types of commercial vehicle traffic. Each commodity shares in the cost of providing an acceptable roadway pavement. The design, or intended-use, of a particular facility will serve its original intent for some period of time. The system can fail due to numerous environmental changes, but it is in serious jeopardy when subjected to a traffic condition well beyond its intended purpose. Unfortunately, the burden of the associated costs has fallen on state agencies already obligated with a host of maintenance responsibilities. Any attempts at predicting and anticipating needed financial resources and expenditures can aid in the planning and distribution of allocated funds. The analysis procedure developed in this research can also be used to assist in anticipating roadway damage under similar conditions. While a reduction in pavement life is inevitable on any road, the effects of increased cost should not be ignored in times of financial austerity. If rational analysis is coupled with convincing evidence, the engineer will be able to justify additional allocations to maintain the existing system. Perhaps, if these costs are considered ''energy related costs''-they will receive the attention they warrant.
- Research Organization:
- Texas Transportation Institute, Texas A and M University
- OSTI ID:
- 5797326
- Journal Information:
- ITE J.; (United States), Vol. 53:3
- Country of Publication:
- United States
- Language:
- English
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