Chapter 1: Introduction
Section 1: Overview
Introduction
Pavement markings provide important information to road users.
There are several sources of information that TxDOT engineers,
designers, and inspectors can use to obtain the information needed
to effectively select, specify, and inspect markings. This handbook
attempts to tie all of that information together, supplementing
it with additional information to help TxDOT staff involved with
pavement markings. The handbook was developed as a single source
of information for anyone involved with pavement markings in Texas.
Structure of this Handbook
The handbook is divided into two main chapters: pavement marking
material selection (Chapter 2) and pavement marking installation
and inspection (Chapter 3). Each chapter is designed to serve as a
stand-alone document. The handbook provides TxDOT engineers and
inspectors with information that will help them better select pavement
marking materials and inspect the installation of markings. This
chapter (Chapter 1) describes the different parts of the handbook
and how it relates to TxDOT pavement marking activities. The chapter
also includes additional information about the scope of the handbook.