Tim Lemon

Tim Lemon, a trunkline pavement strategy specialist at the Michigan Department of Transportation, dives into the complexities of road maintenance. He explains the concept of remaining service life (RSL), a critical measure for predicting pavement durability. Tim highlights how trunklines are vital for traffic flow, carrying a significant portion of Michigan's traffic despite accounting for fewer road miles. He also discusses innovative assessment techniques for pavement conditions and the financial challenges posed by rising inflation on road maintenance.