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This is a specification document for thermoplastic traffic stripe work prepared for the Elbert County Board of Commissioners in Georgia, which is seeking sealed bids for striping and marking approximately 51.57 miles of various county roads. The project encompasses furnishing and applying standard, wet weather, and audible profiled thermoplastic reflectorized pavement marking compounds in solid or broken line configurations, words, and symbols according to plan specifications and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices. The work includes surface preparation, material application, glass sphere application, and quality testing to ensure retroreflectivity and thickness compliance. Sealed bids must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 7, 2026, with bid awards scheduled for May 11, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. All bidders must comply with the Systematic Alien Verification of Entitlements (SAVE) program and the federal eVerify program. Interested parties should contact Ryan Wright at 706-283-2000 or rwright@elbertga.us for additional information.

The specification requires thermoplastic materials produced from approved sources meeting AASHTO M 249 standards, with alkyd binder composition and specific pigment requirements for white, yellow, and black markings. Materials must be delivered in 50-pound unit containers clearly marked with color, batch number, manufacturer information, and manufacture date. The contractor is responsible for all material costs, labor, equipment, tools, surface preparation, curing, traffic protection, and retroreflectivity testing for a minimum of 180 days following installation. Payment is structured by measurement type, including linear feet or miles for solid and skip stripe, square yards, and per-unit pricing for words and symbols, with separate line items for standard, wet weather, and audible profiled thermoplastic applications. The county reserves the right to reject any bids not in conformity with instructions and may cancel the bid opening or anticipated purchase.

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Section 653 — Thermoplastic Traffic Stripe

Section 653—Thermoplastic Traffic Stripe

653.1 General Description

This work includes furnishing and applying standard, wet weather, and audible profiled thermoplastic reflectorized pavement marking compound. Ensure markings conform to plan details and locations, these specifications, and the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices.

Thermoplastic traffic stripe consists of solid or broken (skip) lines, words, and symbols according to plan color, type, and location.

653.1.01 Definitions

Thermoplastic Marking Compound: A heated compound extruded or mechanically sprayed on the pavement that cools to pavement temperature. When combined with glass spheres and/or reflective composite optics it produces a reflectorized pavement marking.

Short Lines: Crosswalks, stop bars, arrows, symbols, and crosshatching. Extrude short lines rather than spraying them on.

653.1.02 Related References

A. Specifications

Section 656—Removal of Pavement Markings

B. Referenced Documents

QPL 46

QPL 71

SOP 37

SOP 38

SOP 39

Federal Test Standard Number 595B

Federal Test Standard Number 695B

AASHTO M 247

AASHTO M 249

ASTM D 92

ASTM D 476

ASTM D 2240

ASTM D 4960

ASTM E 1710

ASTM E 2177

40 CFR 261.24

EPA Method 3050

EPA Method 3052

EPA Method 6010

EPA Method 7000A

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653.1.03 Submittals

Ensure the producers of the thermoplastic compound and the producers of both the intermix and drop-on glass spheres furnish to the Department copies of certified test reports showing results of all tests specified in this Section.

Also ensure that producers certify that the materials meet the other requirements of this Section by submitting copies of certification at the time of sampling.

653.2 Materials

A. General Characteristics of Thermoplastic

Use thermoplastic material produced from an approved source listed on QPL 46. Use thermoplastic material that meets the requirements of AASHTO M 249 with the following exceptions:

1. Material Composition

Ensure the resin of the thermoplastic material is an alkyd binder. Ensure the alkyd binder consists of a mixture of synthetic resins and a high boiling point plasticizer. Ensure at least one synthetic resin is a solid at room temperature. Ensure at least 50 percent of the binder composition is 100 percent maleic-modified glycerol ester resin. Ensure at least 18 percent by weight of the entire material formulation consists of binder. Do not use alkyd binder that contains petroleum-based hydrocarbon resins. Ensure the finished thermoplastic material is not adversely affected by contact with pavement materials or by petroleum droppings from traffic.

Use thermoplastic material that has been evaluated (2-year field evaluation) by the National Transportation Product Evaluation Panel (NTPEP) test facility or other approved test facility.

2. Suitability for Markings

Use thermoplastic material that is especially compounded for traffic markings and has the following characteristics:

• Prevents markings from smearing or spreading under normal traffic conditions at temperatures below 120 °F (49 °C)

• Gives a uniform cross section, with pigment evenly dispersed throughout the material

• Has a uniform material density and character throughout its thickness

• Allows the stripe to maintain its original dimensions and placement

• Ensures that the exposed surface is free from tack and is not slippery when wet

• Does not lift from the pavement in freezing weather

• Has cold ductility properties that permit normal movement with the road surface without chipping or cracking

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3. Color

Confirm the color of thermoplastic by providing data from the manufacturer to the Area Manager as follows:

a. White – Use titanium dioxide that meets the requirements of ASTM D 476, Type II, Rutile, as the pigment for white thermoplastic material. Do not use anatase titanium dioxide pigment. Ensure thermoplastic material is free from dirt or tint. Ensure white thermoplastic material heated for 240 ± 5 minutes at 425 ± 3 ºF (218 ± 3 ºC) and cooled to 77 ± 3 ºF (25 ± 2 ºC) matches Federal Test Standard Number 695B-Color 17925. Ensure that the Y tristimulus value is measured to be a minimum value of 45. Ensure the material, when compared to the magnesium oxide standard using a standard color spectrophotometer according to ASTM D 4960, meets the following:

Scale Definition Magnesium Oxide Standard Sample

Rd Reflectance 100 75 min.

a Redness-Greenness 0 -5 to + 5 b Yellowness-Blueness 0 -10 to + 10

b. Yellow – Use only non-hazardous pigments as defined by the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) Subarticle C rules, table 1 of 40 CFR 261.24 “Toxicity Characteristic”. Do not use yellow thermoplastic containing more than 3.0 ppm lead by weight when tested in accordance with the most recent

EPA Methods 3050 and 6010 or 7000. Ensure yellow thermoplastic material heated for 240 ± 5 minutes at 425 ± 3 ºF (218 ± 2 ºC) and cooled to 77 ± 3 ºF (25 ± 2 ºC) matches AMS-STD-595. Ensure that the Y tristimulus value is measured to be a minimum value of 45. Ensure the material, when compared to PR#1 Chart using a standard color spectrophotometer according to ASTM D 4960, plots within the following chromaticity coordinates:

1 2 3 4

X 0.455 0.510 0.472 0.530

Y 0.444 0.485 0.400 0.456

c. Black – The black pigment must produce a completely opaque, black stripe when applied on the road and after 70 hr of weatherometer exposure in accordance with ASTM G 155 using Exposure Cycle 1 with a quartz inner filter glass and Type “S” Borosilicate outer filter glass. Ensure that Y tristimulus value is measured to be a maximum value of 5.

d. Ensure the in-service daytime chromaticity for yellow, white, and black material plots within the following coordinates after a period of 30 days:

1 2 3 4 x y x y x y x y

White 0.290 0.315 0.310 0.295 0.350 0.340 0.330 0.360

Yellow 0.435 0.429 0.510 0.485 0.449 0.377 0.530 0.456

Black 0.355 0.355 0.305 0.305 0.285 0.325 0.335 0.375

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4. Indentation Resistance

Measure the hardness by a Shore Durometer, Type A2, as described in ASTM D 2240. Maintain the temperature of the Durometer, 4.4 lb. (2 kg) load and the specimen for 2 hours at 115 °F (45 oC). Apply the Durometer and 4.4 lb. (2 kg) load to the specimen. The reading must fall between 50 to 75 units, after 15 seconds.

5. Reheating

Ensure that the compound does not break down, deteriorate, scorch, or discolor if held at application temperature of 425 °F (218 °C) for 6 hours and if reheated up to 4 times to the application temperature.

Ensure that the color of white and yellow thermoplastic comply with Subsection 653.2.A.3.a and Subsection 653.2.A.3.b after prolonged heating or reheating.

6. Intermixed Glass Spheres and Reflective Composite Optics

Ensure glass spheres meet the requirements of AASHTO M 247.

Do not use glass spheres and /or reflective composite optics containing greater than 200 ppm total arsenic, 200 ppm total antimony, or 200 ppm total lead when tested according to US EPA Methods 3052 and 6010C, or other approved methods.

7. Flashpoint

Ensure the thermoplastic flashpoint is not less than 500 ºF (260 ºC) as determined by ASTM D 92.

B. Drop-On Glass Spheres and Reflective Composite Optics Ensure glass spheres meet the requirements of AASHTO M 247. Use spheres produced from an approved source listed on QPL 71. Glass spheres conforming to an alternative gradation may be used provided all other requirements of AASHTO M 247 and this specification are met. Do not use glass spheres and /or reflective composite optics containing greater than 200 ppm total arsenic, 200 ppm total antimony, or 200 ppm total lead when tested according to US EPA Methods 3052 and 6010C, or other approved methods.

C. Sealing Primer Place the particular type of binder-sealer at the application rate as recommended in writing by the thermoplastic material manufacturer.

653.2.01 Delivery, Storage, and Handling

Use material delivered in 50 lb .(22.7 kg) unit cardboard containers or bags strong enough for normal handling during shipment and on-the-job transportation without loss of material.

Ensure that each unit container is clearly marked to indicate the following:

• Color of the material

• Process batch number or similar manufacturer’s identification

• Manufacturer’s name

• Address of the plant

• Date of manufacture

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653.3 Construction Requirements

653.3.01 Personnel

General Provisions 101 through 150.

653.3.02 Equipment

Depending on the marking required, use hand equipment or truck-mounted application units on roadway installations.

A. Application Machine Ensure that each application machine is equipped with the following features:

• Parts continuously mix and agitate the material.

• Truck-mounted units for lane, edge, and center lines operate at a uniform, predetermined rate of speed, both uphill and downhill, in order to produce a uniform application of striping material and capable of following straight lines and making normal curves in a true arc.

• Conveying parts between the main material reservoir and the shaping die or gun prevent accumulation and clogging.

• Parts that contact the material are easily accessible and exposable for cleaning and maintenance.

• Mixing and conveying parts, including the shaping die or gun, maintain the material at the plastic temperature with heat transfer oil or electrical element-controlled heat. Do not use an external source of direct heat.

• Parts provide continuously uniform stripe dimensions.

• Applicator cleanly and squarely cuts off stripe ends and applies skip lines. Do not use pans, aprons, or similar appliances that the die overruns.

• Parts produce varying widths of traffic markings.

• Applicator is mobile and maneuverable enough to follow straight lines and make normal curves in a true arc.

B. Automatic Bead Dispenser Apply glass spheres and/or reflective composite optics to the surface of the completed stripe using a dispenser attached to the striping machine to automatically dispense the beads/optics instantaneously upon the installed line. Synchronize the glass sphere/optics dispenser cutoff with the automatic cutoff of the thermoplastic material.

C. Special Kettles Use special kettles for melting and heating the thermoplastic material. Use kettles equipped with automatic thermostatic control devices that provides positive temperature control and prevents overheating. Ensure that the applicator and kettles are equipped and arranged according to the requirements of the National Fire Underwriters.

D. Hand Equipment Use hand equipment for projects with small quantities of lane lines, edge lines, and center lines, or for conditions requiring the equipment. Use hand equipment approved by the Engineer.

Ensure hand equipment can hold 150 lbs. (68 kg) of molten material and is maneuverable to install crosswalks, arrows, legends, lane, edge, and center lines.

E. Auxiliary Vehicles Supply the necessary auxiliary vehicles for the operation.

653.3.03 Preparation

For asphaltic concrete pavement, do not begin placement of thermoplastic striping until 15 calendar days after completion of the final surface course.

653.3.04 Fabrication

General Provisions 101 through 150.

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653.3.05 Construction

A. General Application

Notify the Engineer prior to the placement of the thermoplastic materials. Furnish the Engineer with the manufacturer’s name and batch numbers of the thermoplastic materials and glass spheres to be used. Ensure that the approved batch numbers appear on the thermoplastic materials and glass spheres packages.

Thoroughly clean pavement areas to be striped. Use hand brooms, rotary brooms, air blasts, scrapers, or other approved methods that leave the pavement surface clean and undamaged. Take care to remove all vegetation and road film from the striping area. Ensure all new Portland cement concrete pavement surfaces are mechanically wire brushed or abrasive cleaned to remove all laitance and curing compound before being striped.

Lay stripe with continuous uniform dimensions.

Apply the type of stripe at each location according to the Plans, using one of the following methods:

• Spray techniques

• Extrusion methods wherein one side of the shaping die is the pavement and the other three sides are contained by or are part of the suitable equipment to heat and control the flow of material.

• Extrusion methods using a pressurized ribbon gun to control the application of material.

1. Temperature

Apply thermoplastic traffic stripe only when the pavement temperature in the shade is above 40 °F (4 °C).

To ensure optimum adhesion, install the thermoplastic material in a melted state at the manufacturer’s recommended temperature but not at less than 375 °F (190 °C).

2. Moisture

Do not apply when the surface is moist. When directed by the Engineer, perform a moisture test on the Portland cement concrete pavement surface. Perform the test as follows:

a. Place approximately 1 yd2 (1m2) of roofing felt on the pavement surface.

b. Pour approximately 1/2 gallon (2 L) of molten thermoplastic onto the roofing felt.

c. After 2 minutes, lift the roofing felt and inspect to see if moisture is present on the pavement surface or underside of the roofing felt.

d. If moisture is present, do not proceed with the striping operation until the surface has dried sufficiently to be moisture free.

3. Sealing Primer

To ensure optimum adhesion, apply a binder-sealer material before installing the thermoplastic in each of the following cases:

• Where directed by the Engineer for sprayed thermoplastic

• Old asphaltic concrete pavements with exposed aggregates

• Portland cement concrete pavements

• Bridge Deck Polmer Overlay

Ensure that the binder-sealer material forms a continuous film that mechanically adheres to the pavement and dries rapidly. Use a binder-sealer currently in use and recommended by the thermoplastic material manufacturer according to QPL 46.

Apply the binder-sealer immediately in advance of, but concurrent with, the application of the thermoplastic material. Apply in a continuous film over the pavement surface.

4. Bonding to Old Stripe

If the old stripe is to be renewed by overlaying with new material, ensure the new material bonds to the old line without splitting or cracking.

5. Offset from Construction Joints

Off-set longitudinal lines at least 2 in (50 mm) from construction joints of Portland cement concrete pavements.

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6. Crosswalks, Stop Bars, and Symbols

Make crosswalks, stop bars, and symbols at least 3/32 in (2.4 mm) thick at the edges and no more than 3/16 in (4.8 mm) thick at the center.

7. Thickness

a. Maintain the following minimum average dry thicknesses above the surface on all types of pavements

• 0.090 in. (2.3 mm) * for lane lines

• 0.060 in. (1.5 mm) * for edge lines

• 0.120 in. (3.0 mm) * for gore area lines

• 0.120 in. (3.0 mm) * for polmer overlay edge lines and lane lines

(See below for ‘*’ reference.)

Compute the minimums by the amount of material used each day, as follows:

b. Audible Profiled Thermoplastic – Apply a flat edge line having a thickness of 0.100 inches – 0.150 inches (100 mils – 150 mils) above the surface on all types of pavements, exclusive of bumps.

8. Glass Spheres and Reflective Composite Optics

a. Apply glass spheres and/or reflective composite optics to installed stripe surface above the minimum rate recommended by the thermoplastic material manufacturer to produce the required retro-reflectivity value in accordance with Subsection 653.3.06.

b. Apply the glass sphere and/or reflective composite optics top-coating with a pressure-type gun specifically designed for applying glass spheres and/or reflective composite optics that will embed at least one-half of the sphere’s and optic’s diameter into the thermoplastic immediately after the material has been applied to the pavement.

c. Audible Profiled Thermoplastic– Apply glass sphere and/or reflective composite optics to all markings at the rates determined by the manufacturer’s recommendations as identified in the APL system.

9. Dimensions of Raised Bumps:

a. Apply the raised bumps with a profile such that the leading and trailing edges are sloped at a sufficient angle to create an audible and vibratory warning.

b. Bumps on the edge line and centerline marking shall be at least 0.45 in. (11 mm) at the highest point of the bump, above the pavement surface including the base line. The height measures after the application of the drop-on retroreflective elements or glass spheres.

c. Bumps shall have a minimum baseline coverage dimension of 2.5 in. (65 mm) in both the transverse and longitudinal directions.

d. The bumps may have a drainage channel. The width of each drainage channel will not exceed 0.25 in.

(6 mm) at the bottom of the channel. The longitudinal distance between bumps shall be approximately 30 in. (762 mm).

(For 6 in wide stripe)

* Average Thickness (in) = [(lbs. used) ÷ (total linear feet )] x 0.236

(For 150 mm wide stripe)

*Average Thickness (mm) = [(kg used) ÷ (total linear meters )] x 4.0

(For 10 in wide stripe)

* Average Thickness (in) = [(lbs. used) ÷ (total linear feet )] x 0.118

(For 250 mm wide stripe)

* Average Thickness (mm) = [(kg used) ÷ (total linear meters )] x 2.0

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B. Removing Existing Stripe Remove existing stripe according to Section 656.

Remove 100 percent of existing traffic stripe from:

• Portland cement concrete pavement where the new stripe will be placed at the same location as the existing marking

• Pavement where the new stripe will be placed at a different location from the existing markings

C. Tolerance and Appearance

a. No traffic stripe shall be less than the specified width and shall not exceed the specified width by more than 1/2 in. (13 mm). The length of the 15 ft. (4.5 m) segment for skip stripe and the 25 ft. (7.5 m) gap between segments may vary plus or minus 1 ft. (300 mm). The alignment of the stripe shall not deviate from the intended alignment by more than 1 in. (25 mm) on straight lines. On curves up to and including 1 degree (radius of 1745 m or greater), the alignment of the stripe shall not deviate from the intended alignment by more than 1 in. (25 mm). On curves exceeding 1 degree (radius less than 1745 m), the alignment of the stripe shall not deviate from the intended alignment by more than 2 in. (50 mm).

b. Stop work when deviation exceeds the above dimensions and remove the nonconforming stripe.

c. No more than 1percent of the bumps or more than three consecutive bumps are missing or broken (less than half a bump remaining) within the first 45 days under traffic, replace all failed bumps at no cost to the Department.

d. If the bumps are replaced and more than 2 percent of the replaced bumps fail within the first 45 days under traffic, the replacement period will be extended an additional 45 days from the date all replacement bumps were installed.

e. If at the end of the additional 45 days more than 2 percent of all bumps (initial and replacement) fail, replace all failed bumps at no expense to the Department.

D. Traffic Marking Protection (Audible Profile Thermoplastic) Do not allow traffic onto or permit vehicles to cross newly applied pavement markings until they are sufficiently dry. Remove and replace any portion of the pavement markings damaged by passing traffic or from any other cause, at no additional cost to the Department.

653.3.06 Quality Acceptance

A. General

For a minimum of 30 days from the time of placement, ensure the thermoplastic pavement marking material and/or audible profiled thermoplastic shows no signs of failure due to blistering, excessive cracking, chipping, bleeding, staining, discoloration, oil content of the pavement materials, smearing or spreading under heat, deterioration due to contact with grease deposits, oil, diesel fuel, or gasoline drippings, spilling, poor adhesion to the pavement material, vehicular damage, and normal wear. In the event that failures mentioned above occur, ensure corrective work is completed at no additional cost to the Department.

Obtain pavement marking retroreflectivity values with a 30-meter geometry retro-reflectometer.

B. Initial Retroreflectivity

1. Longitudinal Lines

Within 30 days of installation, ensure the in-place markings meet the following minimum reflectance values:

a. Standard

White Yellow Dry (ASTM E 1710) 400 mcd/lux/m2 300mcd/lux/m2

b. Wet Weather

White Yellow Dry (ASTM E 1710) 400 mcd/lux/m2 300 mcd/lux/m2 Wet recovery (ASTM E 2177) 150 mcd/lux/m2 125 mcd/lux/m2

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c. Audible Profile Thermoplastic White Yellow Dry (ASTM E 1710) 300 mcd/lux/m2 250 mcd/lux/m2

For each center line, edge line, and skip line, measure retroreflectivity 9 times for each mile; 3 times within the first 500 ft. (152 m), 3 times in the middle, and 3 times within the last 500 ft. (152 m). For projects less than one mile (1600 m) in length, measure retroreflectivity 9 times as above.

Record all retroreflectivity measurements on the form OMR CVP 66 in SOP 39.

2. Messages, Symbols, and Transverse Lines

At the time of installation, ensure the in-place markings when tested according to ASTM E 1710 meet the following minimum reflectance value of 275 mcd/lux/m2.

Perform at a minimum, one retroreflectivity measurement at one message, one symbol and one transverse line per intersection. Take one measurement per mile (1600 m) for locations other than intersections (i.e. school messages, railroad messages, bike symbols etc.)

C. Six Month Retroreflectivity (Longitudinal Lines) Maintain the following minimum reflectance values for 180 days after installation:

1. Standard

White Yellow Dry (ASTM E 1710) 400 mcd/lux/m2 300 mcd/lux/m2

2. Wet Weather

White Yellow Dry (ASTM E 1710) 400 mcd/lux/m2 300 mcd/lux/m2 Wet recovery (ASTM E 2177) 150 mcd/lux/m2 125 mcd/lux/m2

3. Audible Profile Thermoplastic White Yellow Dry (ASTM E 1710) 300 mcd/lux/m2 250 mcd/lux/m2

Retest the in-place markings according to Subsection 653.3.06.B.1, 180 days after installation to ensure these minimum retro-reflectance values are maintained.

NOTE: The Contractor is responsible for retro-reflectivity testing. Furnish initial test results to the Engineer within 30 days of application. Furnish additional testing for a period that totals 180 days from initial application or the stoppage of contract time, whichever comes first.

D. Thickness

1. New Striping

Check the thicknesses on all skip lines, edge lines and center lines with an approved traffic marking thickness gage consisting of 3 dials as follows:

For each center line, edge line, and skip line, measure thickness above the pavement 3 times for each mile (1600 m); once within the first 500 ft. (150 m), once in the middle, and once within the last 500 ft. (150 m). For projects less than one mile (1600 m) in length, measure the thickness above the pavement 3 times.

Record all thickness measurements on the form OMR CVP 66 in SOP 39.

2. Recapping Refurbishment Thermoplastic

Place durable tape, film, or metal plate of known and uniform thickness on an area to be striped. After the striper has passed over, remove the sample and measure the thickness with calipers or a micrometer.

For each center line, edge line, and skip line, measure thickness above the pavement 3 times for each mile (1600 m); once within the first 500 ft. (150 m), once in the middle, and once within the last 500 ft. (150 m). For projects less than one mile (1600 m) in length, measure the thickness above the pavement 3 times.

Submit results to the Engineer.

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3. Audible Profiled Thermoplastic

Ensure the thickness of white and yellow pavement marking conform to Subsection 653.3.05.A.7.b

Record all thickness measurements on the form OMR CVP 66 in SOP 39 and submit to the Engineer.

The Engineer will verify the thickness of the pavement marking in accordance with Subsection 653.3.05.A.7.b within 30 days of receipt of the Contractor’s certification.

Thickness measurement may be performed using a strong adhesive tape to install a metal plate (approximately 6 inches (150 mm) wide by 8 inches (200 mm) long, the thickness of the plate can by 1/8 inch (3 mm) as long as the plate does not deform) to the roadway where the pavement marking will be placed.

After the material has dried remove the plate and check the thickness of the pavement marking material on the plate with a micrometer.

E. Corrective Work For each mile (1600 m) section, if the thermoplastic traffic stripe fails to meet Plan details or specifications or deviates from stated dimensions, correct it at no additional cost to the Department. If removal of pavement markings is necessary, perform it according to Section 656 and place it according to this specification. No additional payment will be made for removal and replacement of unsatisfactory striping. Ensure corrective work is completed at no additional cost to the Department. Perform testing according to this specification. Any retest due to failures will be performed at no additional cost to the Department. Furnish all test reports to the Department.

Retro-reflectivity and Thickness Longitudinal Line Deficiency: A deficiency will ensue when two or more Location Average results as recorded on form OMR CVP 66 within a One-Mile (1600 m) Section do not meet the performance criteria herein. The entire line within this one-mile (1600 m) section will be determined to be deficient.

If the evaluated section is less than 1.0 mile (1600 m), a single Location Average result not meeting the performance criteria herein will result in the entire line to be determined to be deficient.

Retro-reflectivity Transverse Markings and Symbol Deficiency: A single Location Average result on the marking or symbol not meeting the performance criteria herein will result in the marking or symbol to be determined to be deficient.

653.3.07 Verification

See SOP 39

653.4 Measurement

When stripe will be paid for by the square yard (meter), the actual number of square yards (meters) painted will be measured. The space between the stripes will be included in the overall measurement.

Linear measurements may be made by electronic measuring devices attached to a vehicle.

Thermoplastic traffic stripe, complete in place and accepted, is measured as follows:

A. Solid Traffic Stripe (Including Audible Stripe) Stripe is measured by the linear foot (meter), linear mile (kilometer), or square yard (meter). Breaks or omissions in solid lines or stripes at street or road intersections are not measured for payment.

B. Skip Traffic Stripe Skip stripe is measured by the gross linear mile (kilometer) as specified. The unpainted space between the painted stripes is included in the overall measurement if the plan ratio of one to three (15 ft. [4.5 m] segment and 25 ft. [7.5 m] gap or other patterns as designated on the plans) remains uninterrupted. Measurement begins and ends on a stripe.

C. Words and Symbols Each word or symbol complete according to plan dimensions is measured by the Unit.

653.4.01 Limits

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653.5 Payment

Payment is full compensation for the Work under this section, including:

• Cleaning and preparing surfaces

• Furnishing all materials

• Applying, curing, and protecting stripe

• Protecting traffic, including providing necessary warning signs

• Furnishing tools, machines, and other equipment necessary to complete the Item

Measurement and payment for removing pavement markings will be according to Section 656 when shown in the Proposal as a payment Item. Otherwise, removal will not be paid for separately, but will be included in the payment for other Work under this section.

Payment will be made under:

Item No. 653 Thermoplastic solid traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per linear foot (meter)

Item No. 653 Thermoplastic solid traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per linear mile (kilometer)

Item No. 653 Thermoplastic skip traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per gross linear foot (meter)

Item No. 653 Thermoplastic skip traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per gross linear mile (kilometer)

Item No. 653 Audible profiled thermoplastic solid traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color)

Per linear foot (meter)

Item No. 653 Audible profiled thermoplastic solid traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color)

Per linear mile (kilometer)

Item No. 653 Audible profiled thermoplastic skip traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per gross linear foot (meter)

Item No. 653 Audible profiled thermoplastic skip traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per gross linear mile (kilometer)

Item No. 653 Thermoplastic pavement markings, words, and symbols (color), type _____

Per each

Item No. 653 Thermoplastic traffic stripe Per square yard (meter)

Item No. 653 Wet Weather Thermoplastic solid traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per linear foot (meter)

Item No. 653 Wet Weather Thermoplastic solid traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per linear mile (kilometer)

Item No. 653 Wet Weather Thermoplastic skip traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per gross linear foot (meter)

Item No. 653 Wet Weather Thermoplastic skip traffic stripe, __ in. (mm), (color) Per gross linear mile (kilometer)

Item No. 653 Wet Weather Thermoplastic pavement markings, words, and symbols (color), type _____

Per each

Item No. 653 Wet Weather Thermoplastic traffic stripe Per square yard (meter)

653.5.01 Adjustments

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