Asphalt Definitions and Terms

Home Knowledge Base Asphalt Terms Shrinkage Cracks

Latest Posts

Work Zone Awareness

TxDOT Letting Report 2024 April

Ensuring Ladder Safety

Protecting Your Head

How to Handle Asphalt Burns Properly

Shrinkage Cracks

Shrinkage cracks are interconnected cracks forming a series of large blocks, usually with sharp corners or angles. Asphalt mix, base, or subgrade volume changes are frequent causes.