{"id":8126,"date":"2026-04-10T13:37:57","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T17:37:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/?p=8126"},"modified":"2026-04-10T13:37:57","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T17:37:57","slug":"climate-resilient-and-sustainable-pothole-repair-solutions-for-ontarios-road-infrastructure","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/2026\/climate-resilient-and-sustainable-pothole-repair-solutions-for-ontarios-road-infrastructure\/","title":{"rendered":"Climate-Resilient and Sustainable Pothole Repair Solutions for Ontario\u2019s Road Infrastructure"},"content":{"rendered":"<h4><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-8127 \" src=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1-160x200.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"218\" height=\"273\" srcset=\"https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1-160x200.png 160w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1-240x300.png 240w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1-400x500.png 400w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1-768x960.png 768w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1-360x450.png 360w, https:\/\/carleton.ca\/artel\/wp-content\/uploads\/Potholes-EN-1-819x1024-1.png 819w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 218px) 100vw, 218px\" \/><\/h4>\n<h4><strong>Funding\/Research Supports<\/strong><\/h4>\n<ul>\n<li data-section-id=\"crdapb\" data-start=\"154\" data-end=\"220\"><span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Mitacs<\/span><\/span> (Accelerate Program)<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1gowuu3\" data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"282\">Industry partner: <span class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"><span class=\"whitespace-normal\">Last20 Incorporated<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Project Status<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Completed<\/p>\n<h4><strong>Project Overview<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p data-start=\"115\" data-end=\"675\">This research identifies pothole formation as a critical pavement distress issue in cold regions, driven largely by freeze\u2013thaw cycles, moisture infiltration, and repeated traffic loading. In Ontario, fluctuating winter temperatures allow water to penetrate pavement layers, freeze and expand, and subsequently weaken the structure during thawing periods. These processes accelerate surface deterioration, leading to potholes that compromise road safety, increase vehicle operating costs, and strain maintenance budgets.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"1268\">To address these challenges, the research program focuses on developing durable and cost-effective pothole patching solutions tailored to cold climate conditions. It investigates a range of asphalt materials, including conventional hot and cold mixes, alongside innovative alternatives such as reclaimed asphalt pavement (RAP) and waste plastic-based aggregates derived from single-use materials. The study also evaluates different repair techniques, including throw-and-roll and semipermanent methods, to determine their effectiveness under varying environmental and operational conditions.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"1268\">The goal is to enhance the resilience and sustainability of Ontario\u2019s road infrastructure by identifying optimal combinations of materials and repair techniques. The program examines key distress mechanisms such as moisture damage, loss of cohesion, and structural instability, offering practical recommendations for improved material selection and application methods. The expected outcomes include longer-lasting pothole repairs, reduced maintenance frequency, improved road safety, and lower lifecycle costs. In addition, the integration of recycled and waste materials contributes to sustainability by minimizing resource consumption and emissions. The project also supports the development of highly qualified personnel (HQP), equipping future engineers with advanced knowledge in pavement materials, maintenance strategies, and sustainable infrastructure practices.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Funding\/Research Supports Mitacs (Accelerate Program) Industry partner: Last20 Incorporated Project Status Completed Project Overview This research identifies pothole formation as a critical pavement distress issue in cold regions, driven largely by freeze\u2013thaw cycles, moisture infiltration, and repeated traffic loading. 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