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=== Definitions of Terms ===
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'''Concrete Pavement''': Concrete pavement is a hard surface made of concrete, used in the construction of roads, runways, and other paved surfaces.
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'''Grading:''' Grading is the process of adjusting the level of land, either by cutting or filling, to achieve the desired contour for construction purposes.
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'''Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA):''' Hot mix asphalt is heated and placed at temperatures between 300 and 350 degrees Fahrenheit. It is primarily used for roads and pathways.
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'''Mulch:''' Mulch is a layer of material applied to the surface of the soil, typically used to retain moisture, reduce erosion, and provide nutrients as it decomposes.
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'''Scarify:''' Scarifying is the process of breaking up hard or compacted materials, typically the existing road surface, using an excavator with a bucket with teeth.
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'''Topsoil:''' Topsoil is the uppermost layer of soil, usually the top 2 to 8 inches. It has the highest concentration of organic matter and microorganisms.
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=== General Overview ===
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Obliterating roadway is the process of removing or rendering unusable road sections (concrete or asphalt) that lie outside the new construction limits. This may include filling ditches, grading operations to blend the area with surrounding contours, or construction of naturally appearing obstructions to deter traffic use. Additionally, scarifying the obliterated roadway may be necessary along with topsoiling, seeding, fertilizing, and mulching the area to promote the natural growth of vegetation. This process ensures the landscape is rehabilitated and prevents environmental degradation that could result from abandoned roadways.
  
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Obliterating roadway applies only on those portions of the existing or temporary roadway outside the limits of the new roadway.  The ditches will be filled and roadway obliterated by grading operations.  The grading will provide suitable drainage and produce an appearance blending with the surrounding ground contours.  Natural appearing obstructions will be constructed or placed in the old roadway to prevent its use by traffic.  Old structures will be broken down and buried or removed.  When required, the obliterated roadway will be scarified effectively to mix any aggregate surfacing materials with earth and left in reasonably smooth condition.  When approved, obliteration may be accomplished by breaking the pavement surface to provide drainage and covering the roadway to a depth of at least 12 inches (300 mm) with suitable material furnished by the Contractor.  Obliterated areas will be topsoiled, seeded, fertilized and mulched as specified under Section [http://mdotcf.state.mi.us/public/specbook/files/2012/816%20Turf%20Establishment.pdf 816] of the Standard Specifications for Construction.
 
  
 
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207
Obliterating Roadway
2012 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION - SECTION 207


GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Definitions of Terms

Concrete Pavement: Concrete pavement is a hard surface made of concrete, used in the construction of roads, runways, and other paved surfaces. Grading: Grading is the process of adjusting the level of land, either by cutting or filling, to achieve the desired contour for construction purposes. Hot Mix Asphalt (HMA): Hot mix asphalt is heated and placed at temperatures between 300 and 350 degrees Fahrenheit. It is primarily used for roads and pathways. Mulch: Mulch is a layer of material applied to the surface of the soil, typically used to retain moisture, reduce erosion, and provide nutrients as it decomposes. Scarify: Scarifying is the process of breaking up hard or compacted materials, typically the existing road surface, using an excavator with a bucket with teeth. Topsoil: Topsoil is the uppermost layer of soil, usually the top 2 to 8 inches. It has the highest concentration of organic matter and microorganisms.

General Overview

Obliterating roadway is the process of removing or rendering unusable road sections (concrete or asphalt) that lie outside the new construction limits. This may include filling ditches, grading operations to blend the area with surrounding contours, or construction of naturally appearing obstructions to deter traffic use. Additionally, scarifying the obliterated roadway may be necessary along with topsoiling, seeding, fertilizing, and mulching the area to promote the natural growth of vegetation. This process ensures the landscape is rehabilitated and prevents environmental degradation that could result from abandoned roadways.


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MATERIALS

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CONSTRUCTION

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MEASUREMENT AND PAYMENT

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