Description
Crescent or half-moon shaped cracks generally having two ends pointed into the direction of traffic.
Problem
Allows moisture infiltration, roughness
Possible Causes
Braking or turning wheels cause the pavement surface to slide and deform. The resulting sliding and deformation is caused by a low-strength surface mix or poor bonding between the surface HMA layer and the next underlying layer in the pavement structure.
Repair
Removal and replacement of affected area.