4.1 Flexible Base Overlay
The flexible base overlay has been used as an intermediate
layer of a new structure, placed directly on top of an old structure.
The primary purpose, in addition to increasing structure, has been
to resist the propagation of reflective cracks from the old structure.
The existing structure still offers good/uniform support. A suitable
surface designed for the expected traffic loading must also be planned.
As such, this type of rehabilitation can increase the overall highway
profile considerably. The material proposed for the new flexible
base should be evaluated for moisture susceptibility and durability;
trapping moisture in the flexible base overlay between the old highway
surface and the new surface must be avoided.