Operations
Recycled Asphalt Shingles (RAS)
RAS is reclaimed asphalt shingles resulting from the processing and grinding of either pre-consumer or post-consumer shingles.
A core value of the DOT’s Strategic Plan is being environmentally responsible. Increasing the amount of recycled and reclaimed materials used in county construction projects is one way of fulfilling this effort. Public Act 097-0314 referred reclaimed asphalt shingles (RAS) as one material that could have positive environmental and economic impacts - promoting environmental awareness by reducing the amount of shingle waste being deposited in landfills and potentially reducing the cost of HMA mixtures in transportation projects.
Micro-Resurfacing
Using a cold-mix, dense graded asphalt resurfacing material, the county can reduce greenhouse emissions by up to 90%. This fast-setting material can cut road closure times from 8 to 12 hours down to as little as 60 minutes.
Using WMA, Lake County is reducing paving costs and extending our paving season. WMA is also safer for workers and residents since it cuts back on fuel emissions and harmful fumes.
Roads are no longer just for cars! LCDOT is working to make our network accessible for everyone from bikes and pedestrians to power-scooters and wheelchairs with ADA compliant initiatives.