SECTION 685 - EPOXY REFLECTORIZED PAVEMENT MARKINGS
685-1 DESCRIPTION. Furnish and apply epoxy reflectorized pavement markings at the thickness and
patterns specified and at locations indicated on the Contract Documents or as ordered by the Engineer, and in conformance with the Manual of Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD). For the purposes of this specification, the pavement surface may also refer to a bridge deck surface.
685-2 MATERIALS. Materials shall conform to the following requirements:
Epoxy Pavement Marking Paint §727-03 Glass Beads For Pavement Markings §727-05
685-3 Construction Details
685-3.01 General. Apply all pavement markings and patterns as shown on the Contract Documents and in
accordance with the MUTCD. Do not apply long line markings over longitudinal pavement joints.
A.The Contractor shall supply the following equipment to the Engineer for use in inspecting the work:
1.Surface thermometer capable of measuring pavement surface temperatures ± 1.0 °F
2.Thermometer to measure ambient air temperatures ± 1.0 °F.
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3.Humidity gauge
B.Submit to the Engineer or their authorized representative the following, before starting any pavement marking work:
1.Schedule of operations
2.At least seven (7) calendar days prior to use, the epoxy paint manufacturer's written instructions for use including material mixing ratios and application temperatures.
C.The Contractor shall:
1.Provide all necessary traffic control devices when required, in accordance with the MUTCD to maintain and protect traffic, and to protect marking operations and the markings until thoroughly set.
2.When necessary, establish marking line points at 30 ft. intervals throughout the length of the pavement or as directed by the Engineer.
3.Apply pavement markings in the general direction of traffic. Striping against the direction of traffic flow is not allowed.
4.After application, clean off and/or remove all tracking marks, spilled epoxy, and epoxy markings applied in unauthorized areas, to the satisfaction of the Engineer, at no additional cost to the State.
685-3.02 Epoxy Applicating Equipment. At any time throughout the duration of the project, the
Contractor shall provide free access to his epoxy applicating equipment for inspection by the Engineer or his authorized representative.
A.Truck Mounted Mobile Applicator: Self-contained pavement marking machine, specifically designed to apply epoxy resin materials and reflective glass beads and/or optics in continuous and skip- line patterns and meeting, the following requirements:
1.Be capable of installing a minimum of 100 ,000 linear ft. of epoxy reflectorized pavement markings in an eight hour 8-hour day.
2.Be capable of following a straight line and normal curves in true arc.
3.Equipped with accessories to allow for the marking of legends, symbols, crosswalks, and other special patterns.
4.The applicating equipment shall include the following features:
a.Individual tanks for the storage of Part A and Part B of the epoxy resin.
b.Individual tanks for the storage of various types of glass beads and/or retro-reflective optics (When required).
c.Heating equipment of sufficient capacity to maintain the individual epoxy resin components at the manufacturer's recommended temperature for spray application.
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d.Glass bead dispensing equipment with the capacity of applying beads at a minimum rate of 20 lbs./gal of epoxy resin composition. Additional bead dispenser for the simultaneous application of a second type of bead or retroreflective optic (when required).
e.Metering devices or pressure gauges on the proportioning pumps, positioned to be readily visible to the Engineer.
f.All necessary spray equipment, mixers, compressors, and other appurtenances for the placement of epoxy reflectorized pavement markings in a simultaneous sequence of operations as described in §685-3.05 Application of Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Markings.
B.Portable Applicator / Hand Application: The Engineer may approve the use of a portable applicator or hand application, in lieu of mobile truck mounted accessories for applying special markings only, provided such equipment can demonstrate satisfactory application of reflectorized epoxy markings in accordance with these specifications.
685-3.03 Atmospheric Conditions. Apply epoxy markings only during dry weather conditions and on
dry pavement surfaces as well as at the temperatures noted in Table 685-01. Table 685-01 Minimum Temperature Requirements for Application: Pavement Surface Temperature 45°F Ambient Temperature 45°F
685-3.04 Surface Preparation and Cleaning. Prepare and clean the pavement and existing durable
markings as specified below and to the satisfaction of the Engineer, without damaging the surface or any joints. The area of surface cleaning for stripes shall be the width of the pavement marking + 1 inch on each side. The area of surface preparation for special markings shall be sufficiently large to accommodate the new special marking, or to remove the existing, and shall be a minimum of 1 inch greater in limits than the new special marking. Prepare areas to receive new pavement markings in accordance with §635 Cleaning and Preparation of Pavement Surfaces for Pavement Markings before final surface cleaning in the following situations:
A.New PCC with curing compound - Remove curing compounds from areas where new epoxy markings will be applied. After cleaning, there shall be no visible evidence of curing compound or sealer on the concrete.
B.Existing pavement marking removal – Total removal of existing pavement markings is required when specified, when there are 3 or more layers of pavement markings in place or as ordered by the Engineer. The surface shall be cleaned and prepared prior to pave ment marking application in accordance with §635 Cleaning and Preparation of Pavement Surfaces for Pavement Markings.
C.Other – The Engineer determines the area is not sufficiently free of contamination, dirt and/or debris or temporary pavement markings (ex. temporary tape) after standard surface preparation in this section. Required cleaning and preparation of pavement surfaces according to §635 will be paid separately under §635 pay items.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Section 600 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 2026 VOLUME 3 The Contractor shall not leave the finished pavement surface in a pattern that will mislead or misdirect motorists. The Contractor shall remove residue and debris and dispose of it in accordance with §107-10 Managing Surplus Material and Waste. At the time of marking application , clean all surfaces and existing durable markings to be painted, so that the areas are free of oil, dirt, dust, grease, loose markings , beads, and other foreign materials. Mechanically sweep, then vacuum or blow off the surface with compressed air to remove residue and debris. The compressed air blast shall be from a nozzle a maximum of 6 inches from the pavement surface at a minimum pressure of 75 psi . Include the cost of this operation in the bid price of the respective epoxy reflectorized pavement marking item.
685-3.05 Application of Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Markings. Apply epoxy reflectorized pavement
markings at the width, thickness, and pattern designated by the Contract Documents. Follow the additional application requirements for specific surfaces:
A.New PCC Surfaces: Do not apply permanent epoxy pavement markings on new PCC surfaces until at least 30 days after placement, or such time as determined by the Engineer, to allow adequate cure of the PCC.
B.New Asphalt Surfaces: Do not apply permanent epoxy pavement markings on new asphalt pavement surfaces until at least 14 days after placement. Begin marking operations only after applicable surface preparation work is completed and the atmospheric conditions and pavement surface temperature are acceptable to the Engineer.
C.Apply pavement markings using the following simultaneous operation:
1.The pavement surface is air-blasted to remove dirt and residues.
2.The epoxy resin, mixed and heated in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations, is uniformly hot sprayed onto the pavement surface to meet the minimum specified thickness.
3.Glass beads are injected into, or dropped onto, the liquid epoxy marking at a minimum rate of: 20 lbs./gal. of epoxy resin.
685-3.06 Defective Epoxy Pavement Markings. The Engineer or their representative will carry out a
daytime and nighttime inspection to determine areas of deficient application or damage. The Contractor shall repair all epoxy reflectorized pavement markings determined by the Engineer to be defective and not in conformance with this specification. Perform repairs to the satisfaction of the Engineer as follows:
A.Insufficient film thickness and line width; insufficient glass bead and/or optics coverage or inadequate glass bead and/or optics retention.
1.Prepare the surface of the defective epoxy marking by grinding or blast cleaning. No other cleaning methods will be allowed.
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2.Prepare the surface by removing a substantial amount of the reflective glass beads and leave a roughened epoxy marking surface. Immediately after surface preparation remove loose particles and foreign debris by brooming or blasting with compressed air.
3.Restripe over the cleaned surface in accordance with the requirements of this specification and at the full thickness indicated on the Contract Documents.
B.Uncured or discolored epoxy; insufficient bond (to pavement surface or existing durable marking).
1.Uncured epoxy: Applied material that fails to cure (dry) in accordance with requirements of §727-03 EPOXY PAVEMENT MARKING PAINT ; or applied material that fails to cure (dry) within a reasonable time period under actual field conditions, as defined by the Engineer.
2.Discolored epoxy: Localized areas or patches of brown, grayish or black colored epoxy marking material. These areas often occur in a cyclic pattern and may not be readily visible until several days or weeks after markings have been applied.
3.Repair Method. Completely remove the defective epoxy markings and clean to the underlying pavement surface in accordance with the requirements of §635 Cleaning and Preparation of Pavement Surfaces for Pavement Markings . Remove the defective area plus any adjacent epoxy pavement marking material extending three feet in any direction. After surface preparation work is complete, reapply the epoxy markings over the cleaned pavement surface in accordance with this specification. Repair or replace any other defects not noted above but determined by the Engineer to need repair or replacement, as directed by and to the satisfaction of the Engineer.
685-4 METHOD OF MEASUREMENT. Pavement striping will be measured in linear feet along the
centerline of the pavement stripe and will be based on a 4-inch-wide stripe. Measurement for striping with a plan width greater or less than the basic 4 inch as shown on the plans or directed by the Engineer, will be made by the following method: Plan Width of Striping (inches) x Linear Feet 4 inches This includes stripes 6 inches and wider, such as hatch lines, crosswalk bars and stop bars. Letters and symbols will be measured by each unit applied. A unit will consist of one letter or one symbol. Example: “SCHOOL” would be paid as six units. Double and triple headed arrows will be measured as a single unit, but the “X” in railroad grade cr ossing markings (M.U.T.C.D. figure 8B-7) will be measured by linear feet of 4-inch stripe.
685-5 BASIS OF PAYMENT. The accepted quantities of markings will be paid for at the contract unit
price, which shall include the cost of furnishing labor, materials, surface preparation and cleaning, and equipment to satisfactorily complete the work. The cost for maintaining and protecting traffic during the marking operations shall be included in the price bid. The cost of removal of concrete curing compounds and existing pavement markings will be paid under 635 pay items and are not included in this item.
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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Section 600 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 2026 VOLUME 3 No additional payment will be made for the repair or replacement of defective epoxy reflectorized pavement markings. No additional payment will be made for the number of linear feet of gaps between dashed lines. Payment will be made under: Item No. Item Pay Unit 685.0101 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Stripes - 15 mil Feet 685.0201 Yellow Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Stripes - 15 mil Feet 685.1102 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Stripes - 20 mil Feet 685.1202 Yellow Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Stripes - 20 mil Feet 685.2103 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Special Stripes - 15 mil Feet Portable/Hand Application 685.2203 Yellow Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Special Stripes - 15 mil Feet Portable/Hand Application 685.2303 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Letters - 15 mil Each Portable/Hand Application 685.2403 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Symbols - 15 mil Each Portable/Hand Application 685.3104 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Special Stripes - 20 mil Feet Portable/Hand Application 685.3204 Yellow Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Special Stripes - 20 mil Feet Portable/Hand Application 685.3304 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Letters - 20 mil Each Portable/Hand Application 685.3404 White Epoxy Reflectorized Pavement Symbols - 20 mil Each Portable/Hand Application SECTION 686 (VACANT)
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Source: Standard Specifications (US Customary Units), 2026 (Jan) Edition. Pages 1028–1033 of 1,489. View official source ↗