ASTM D3515-01 PDF Download

The ASTM D3515-01 standard establishes requirements for various types of bituminous paving mixtures used in base, binder, leveling, and surface courses. These mixtures can include hot-mixed asphalt, tar, emulsified asphalt, and recycled bituminous materials.

This standard aims to ensure that the paving mixtures meet the specified performance and quality criteria. It covers factors such as composition, grading, workability, stability, durability, and resistance to deformation and moisture damage. The standard provides guidelines for testing and sampling methods to assess the quality of these mixtures.

By defining the requirements for bituminous paving mixtures, this standard helps to ensure that the materials used in road construction are of consistent and reliable quality. Compliance with these specifications can lead to better performance, longevity, and safety of the paved surfaces. It also provides a common basis for communication and understanding between producers, users, and regulators in the industry.