ASTM E1889-97 (R2019) PDF Download

ASTM E1889-97 (R2019) provides guidance and procedures for implementing and operating pavement management systems. It is intended for use by individuals within agencies interested in implementing a pavement management system, pavement engineers, maintenance supervisors, agency personnel involved in the selection and implementation of pavement management processes, database development, and agencies with existing pavement management systems aiming to make the process a routine part of decision making.

The guide covers basic procedures for implementing an effective pavement management process, including activities and decisions related to providing and maintaining pavements. It emphasizes the need for supporting information generated from a pavement management system. The implementation is considered complete when pavement management becomes a routine part of the management process and is used for relevant decision making, including funding decisions.

The standard applies to agencies managing pavements, including those on airfields, highways, parking lots, roads, and streets. It is based on the concept of network and project-level pavement management as described in ASTM Guide E1166 and the AASHTO Guidelines for Pavement Management Systems.

It should be noted that the standard does not specify a timeframe for implementation, as it will depend on the size of the pavement network and available resources. Additionally, the guide does not provide exact steps that must be followed by every agency, but rather serves as a reference for developing an implementation plan tailored to the unique needs and constraints of each agency.