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Texas tested recycled roofing shingles on two 1,000-foot Highway 31 sections in 1997

From Times of India · () English

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  • In 1997, Texas engineers mixed discarded roofing shingles into two 1,000-foot sections of Highway 31.
  • Testing found that the recycled material could match conventional asphalt while withstanding heavy traffic wear.
  • The pilot helped prompt statewide regulations encouraging recycled shingles in highway construction, with reported savings in costs and natural resources.

In 1997, Texas engineers tested an unusual road-building material: discarded roofing shingles mixed into two 1,000-foot sections of Highway 31.

After extensive testing, the recycled material showed that it could perform as well as conventional asphalt. The road surfaces endured substantial traffic wear, turning the pilot into a significant step for recycling in highway construction.

The results also helped spur statewide regulations promoting the use of recycled shingles in roads. The approach offered both cost savings and a way to conserve natural resources.

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