Effects of Implements of Husbandry (Farm Equipment) on Pavement Performance Status: CompleteReport Date: 04/12/2012 Summary: Agricultural equipment causes considerable damage to rural roads poorly suited for such massive loads. Researchers used instrumented test sections to measure the impacts of various farm implements and found that increasing axles on equipment and driving in the middle of the road can dramatically reduce pavement damage. Final Deliverables: Report #2012-08 Research Summary Related Materials: Impacts of Implements of Husbandry on Local Roads brochure - (Brochure/Handout) Related Research:
