511PRESSURE RELIEF JOINT

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511.1DESCRIPTION—This work is construction of a pavement pressure relief joint.

511.2MATERIAL—

(a)Pressure Relief Material. Section 705.4(e) or (f)

(b)Approved Sealant or Lubricant. As recommended by the manufacturer of the pressure relief

material.

511.3CONSTRUCTION—Saw the joint opening 4 inches wide, full depth, and full width of the pavement.

Remove the existing concrete material. Immediately before placing the sealing material, clean all vertical faces of the joint, and ensure the joint is free of oil, moisture, and other contaminants. Coat joint sides with either the sealant or lubricant adhesive according to the manufacturer's recommendations.

511.4MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT—Linear Foot

Referenced in this section

705JOINT MATERIAL

PRESSURE RELIEF JOINT in other states

Connecticut 4.15 · Pressure Relief Joint

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Source: Publication 408 Highway Construction Specifications, 2026 Edition. Pages 401–0 of 1,522. View official source ↗

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