Originally published in 1921, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the construction and maintenance of pavements and roads. Topics covered include pavement design and construction, road drainage, and maintenance and repair. Written in clear and accessible language, this book is a must-read for anyone involved in the planning, design, and construction of pavements and roads. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.