ASTM E965-15 (R2019) PDF Download

ASTM E965-15 (R2019) is a standard test method that provides a procedure for measuring the average depth of pavement macrotexture using a volumetric technique. The purpose of this test method is to characterize the texture of the pavement surface, which can be used to evaluate the skid resistance capability of the pavement and assess the suitability of paving materials or finishing techniques. It is suitable for both research and development purposes as well as field tests.

The test method focuses on measuring the macrotexture depth of the pavement surface, which is influenced by pavement macrotexture characteristics rather than microtexture. It does not address other texture features such as pavement aggregate particle shape, size, and distribution. Therefore, it is important to note that this test method does not provide a complete assessment of pavement surface texture characteristics.

The pavement macrotexture depth values derived from this test method may not directly agree or correlate with measurements obtained using other techniques of surface texture measurements. It is crucial that the pavement surface to be measured is dry and free of any construction residue, surface debris, and loose aggregate particles that could be displaced or removed during normal environmental and traffic conditions.