Highway Research and Development Act of 1987

Summary

Highway Research and Development Act of 1987 - Directs the Secretary of Transportation to implement: (1) a study of asphaltic materials to determine their relationship to the durability and effectiveness of pavement surfaces; (2) a study to determine the long-term performance of various pavement surfaces under various load and environmental conditions; (3) a research project to develop improved procedures for administering and controlling highway maintenance programs; (4) a research project to determine new methods to reduce deterioration of existing chloride-contaminated bridge decks; (5) a research project to determine methods of improving the quality and durability of concrete; (6) a research project to determine methods of reducing the use of salt in snow and ice control on highways; and (7) the use of specified advanced materials in highway structural applications. Requires the Secretary to report annually to the Congress on such studies and research. Authorizes appropriations for FY 1988 through 1990.

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• Introduced in House

  summary · EN · 16 March 1987

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