摘要: |
At the moment, it is not known if high-sulfate soils are confined to areas along the Lake Erie shoreline in Northeast Ohio or if they are present in other areas of the state. Hence, it is important to determine if other areas in Ohio have high-sulfate soils and understand why these areas have elevated levels of sulfate. Identifying the locations where high sulfate levels might be encountered and knowing the factors that might affect soil sulfate origin and formation would enable the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) to quickly assess the presence of high sulfate levels in soil and would ensure that soil stabilization plans will be appropriate for roadway construction. The outcome of this study may lead to (1) improving safety by reducing pavement damage and providing a drivable pavement surface, and (2) reducing long-term costs by improving soil stabilization and reducing the need for repairs to pavement caused by soil heave. |