Aggregates for hot mix asphalt

2 weeks

Aggregates for cement treatment

4 weeks

Aggregates for concrete mixture

4 weeks

Aggregates for concrete pavement

60 days

Screenings for bituminous seals

2 weeks

Soils (R-value)

3 weeks

Untreated base materials

3 weeks

SOILS

Gradation (CT 202)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Sand Equivalent (CT 217)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Relative Compaction (CT 231/216)

1 to 2

1

2

2

4 to 6

Plasticity Index (Geosynthetic Reinforced Embankment)

1 to 2

3

7

2

6 to 11

pH (Geosynthetic Reinforced Embankment)

1 to 2

2

3

2

5 to 7

Percentage Crushed Particles (Shoulder Backing – CT 205)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Durability Index (Shoulder Backing – CT 229)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

R-value (Imported Borrow – CT 301)

1 to 2

4

6

2

7 to 10

Subbases and Bases

Relative Compaction (CT 231/216)

1 to 2

1

2

2

4 to 6

Gradation (CT 202)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Sand Equivalent (CT 217)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

R-value (CT 301)

1 to 2

4

6

2

7 to 10

Durability Index (CT 229)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Compressive Strength (Cement-treated base [CTB] aggregate – CT 312)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

Compressive Strength (Lean Concrete Base [LCB]–ASTM C39)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

Compressive Strength (LCB – rapid setting – CT 521)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

Modulus of Rupture (Concrete base – CT 523)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

Modulus of Rupture (Rapid strength concrete base – CT 524)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

Percentage of Crushed Particles (CT 205)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing (CT 211)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Cleanness Value (CT 227)

1 to 2

2

3

2

5 to 7

Film Stripping (CT 302)

1 to 2

2

7

2

5 to 11

Asphalt Content (ATPB – CT 382)

1 to 2

1

5

2

4 to 9

Soundness (CTPB – CT 214)

1 to 2

8

10

2

11 to 14

Seal Coats

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing (CT 211)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Percentage of Crushed Particles (CT 205)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Film Stripping (CT 302)

1 to 2

2

7

2

5 to 11

Gradation (CT 202)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Seal Coats (Cont.)

Gradation (ASTM C136)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Cleanness Value (CT 227)

1 to 2

2

3

2

5 to 7

Durability Index (CT 229)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Sand Equivalent (CT 217)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Viscosity (AASHTO T 59)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Viscosity (ASTM D7741)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Viscosity (ASTM D445)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Flash Point (ASTM D92)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Aromatics (ASTM D2007)

1 to 2

7

15

2

10 to 19

Cone Penetration (ASTM D217)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Resilience (ASTM D5329)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Settlement (AASHTO T 59)

1 to 2

7

30

2

10 to 34

Sieve Test (AASHTO T 59)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Demulsibility (AASHTO T 59)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Torsional Recovery (CT 332)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Penetration (AASHTO T 49)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Ring and Ball Softening Point Temperature (AASHTO T 53)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Field Softening Point (ASTM D36)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Elastic Recovery (AASHTO T 301)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Ductility (AASHTO T 51)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Bending Beam Rheometer (AASHTO T 313)

1 to 2

5

8

2

8 to 12

HMA

Gradation (AASHTO T 27)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Sand Equivalent (AASHTO T 176)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing (AASHTO T 96)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Percentage of Crushed Particles (Coarse) (AASHTO T 335)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Percentage of Crushed Particles (Fine) (AASHTO T 335)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Flat and Elongated Particles (ASTM D4791)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Fine Aggregate Angularity (AASHTO T 304, Method A)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Asphalt Binder

Flash Point (AASHTO T 48)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Solubility (AASHTO T 44)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Viscosity (AASHTO T 316)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

HMA (Cont.)

Dynamic Shear – Original Phase (AASHTO T 315)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Dynamic Shear – Rolling Thin Film Oven (RTFO) Phase (AASHTO T 315)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Dynamic Shear – Pressure Aging Vessel (PAV) Phase (AASHTO T 315)

1 to 2

5

15

2

8 to 19

RTFO Test (AASHTO T 240)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Ductility (AASHTO T 51)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Elastic Recovery (AASHTO T 301)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

PAV (AASHTO R 28)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Creep and Stiffness (AASHTO T 313)

1 to 2

5

15

2

8 to 19

Binder Recovery (AASHTO T164 / ASTM D1856)

1 to 2

2

15

2

5 to 19

Binder Recovery (AASHTO R 59)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Asphalt Rubber Binder

Cone Penetration (ASTM D217)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Resilience (ASTM D5329)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Softening Point (ASTM D36)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Viscosity (ASTM D7741)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Asphalt Modifier Properties (ASTM D445, ASTM D92, ASTM D2007)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Crumb Rubber Modifier (CRM) properties (CT 208, CT 385, ASTM D297)

1 to 2

7

30

2

10 to 34

In-Place Hot Mix Asphalt

Moisture Content (AASHTO T 329)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Asphalt Binder Content (AASHTO T 308, Method A)

1 to 2

2

5

2

5 to 9

Hamburg Wheel Track (AASHTO T 324 [Modified])

1 to 2

7

30

2

10 to 34

Bulk Specific Gravity (AASHTO T 275)

1 to 2

2

7

2

5 to 11

Maximum Theoretical Density (AASHTO T 209)

1 to 2

2

7

2

5 to 11

Field Softening Point (ASTM D36)

1 to 2

3

15

2

6 to 19

Elastic Recovery (AASHTO T 301)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Ductility (AASHTO T 51)

1 to 2

4

15

2

7 to 19

Bending Beam Rheometer (AASHTO T 313)

1 to 2

5

8

2

8 to 12

Concrete Pavement

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing (CT 211)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Cleanness Value (CT 227)

1 to 2

2

3

2

5 to 7

Gradation (CT 202)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Sand Equivalent (CT 217)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Modulus of Rupture (CT 523)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

Thickness (CT 531)

2

2

7

2

6 to 11

Dowel bar alignment and concrete consolidation

2

2

5

2

6 to 9

Tie bar alignment and concrete consolidation

2

2

5

2

6 to 9

Coefficient of Friction (CT 342)

7 (See Note 4)

2

5

2

11 to 14

Inertial Profiler (AASHTO R 56 & R 57)

7 (See Note 4)

3

7

2

12 to 16

Concrete Structures

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing (CT 211)

1 to 2

2

4

2

5 to 8

Cleanness Value (CT 227)

1 to 2

2

3

2

5 to 7

Gradation (CT 202)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Sand Equivalent (CT 217)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Compressive Strength (CT 521)

-

Age based

Age based

2

Age +2

CONCRETE

Gradation (CT 202)

1 to 2

1

3

2

4 to 7

Cement (Various)

1 to 2

35

60

2

38 to 64

Supplementary Cementitious Materials (Various)

1 to 2

35

60

2

38 to 64

Shrinkage (AASHTO T 160)

1 to 2

42

60

2

45 to 64

Coating tests

3

Expansion joint material

3

Fencing, all types

2

Guide posts

3

Geosynthetic fabrics

3

Geosynthetic fabrics (UV testing)

45

Metal guardrail

7

Pavement markers

4

Prestressing steel

10

Reinforcing steel and wire

2

Rubber accompanied by manufacturer test report

3

Rubber without test report

14

Structural steel

10

Type B joint seal

7

STRUCTURE BACKFILL (Section 19-3.02C)

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

If uniform material is within specification limits, test frequency may be decreased to 1 per day

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

If uniform material is within specification limits, test frequency may be decreased to 1 per day

Relative Compaction

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

Project site in accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd and test compaction at every 8 in. of thickness

Relative compaction test is required at each location structure backfill is placed

Maximum Wet Density

California Test 216

35 lb

Relative compaction test site locations

1 every relative compaction test

Wet common-composite test maximum value may be used in accordance with California Test 231

PERVIOUS BACKFILL MATERIAL (Section 19-3.02D)

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

50 lb

Stockpile

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

If uniform material is within specification limits, test frequency may be decreased to 1 per day

EMBANKMENT CONSTRUCTION (Section 19-6)

Relative Compaction

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

Project site in accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd and test compaction at every 8 in. of thickness

Maximum Wet Density

California Test 216

35 lb

Relative compaction test site locations

1 every relative compaction test

Wet common-composite test maximum value may be used in accordance with California Test 231

GEOSYNTHETIC REINFORCED EMBANKMENT (Section 19-6.02B)

Plasticity Index

California Test 204

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 per source before use

No Data

pH

California Test 643

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 per source before use

No Data

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

50 lb

Stockpile

Before use,

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

If material is uniform and well within specification limits, the test frequency may be decreased to 1 per day

BORROW MATERIAL (Section 19-7)

R-Value

California Test 301

50 lb

Import borrow source

1 per source

Test for R-value only when an R-value is specified for import borrow in the special provisions; if material at import borrow source is not uniform, increase testing frequency

SHOULDER BACKING (Section 19-9)

Crushed Particles

California Test 205

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 per project before use

No Data

Durability

California Test 229

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 per project before use

No Data

Unit Weight

California Test 212

Rodding Method

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 per project before use

No Data

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

If uniform material is within specification limits, test frequency may be decreased to 1 per day

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

50 lb

Materials site or stockpile

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

If uniform material is within specification limits, test frequency may be decreased to 1 per day

LIME (Section 24-2.02)

Various properties

See Standard Specifications Section 24-2.02

One 10-lb sample for each type and source of lime;

use a 2-qt airtight container

Initial sample provided by contractor; subsequent sampling from mid-point of delivery

Each 100 tons of lime, 2 per day maximum

Must be on an Authorized Material List and certificate of compliance must accompany each shipment; recommend 1 acceptance test per 5 samples of lime

LIME TREATMENT

DETERMINATION OF LIME APPLICATION RATE (Section 24-2.01D)

Unconfined Compressive Strength

California Test 373

100 lb

Native soils; test each type of material to be treated

Before soil stabilization work and if source of lime changes

To determine appropriate lime content

Optimum Moisture Content

California Test 373

100 lb

Native soils; test each type of material to be treated

Before soil stabilization work

No data

VERIFICATION OF LIME APPLICATION RATE AND STABILIZED SOIL MIXTURE (Section 24-2.01D)

Lime Application (Dry Form)

Calibrated tray method or equal

Building paper or pan of known area

Surface receiving lime

Each 40,000 sq ft,
2 per day minimum

To determine if application rate is within ± 5% of ordered application rate

Lime Application (Slurry Form)

Volumetric measurement that is then reduced to lime weight

Deter-
mined over known area

Slurry holding tank

Each 40,000 sq ft,
2 per day minimum

To determine if application rate is within ± 5% of ordered application rate

Uniformity of Mixed Stabilized Soil

Phenolphthalein alcohol indicator solution spray

N/A

Representative areas

Each day at five separate locations

Taken after completion of initial mixing

VERIFICATION OF LIME APPLICATION RATE AND STABILIZED SOIL MIXTURE (Section 24-2.01D)

Moisture Content of Mixed Stabilized Soil

California Test 226

0.25 lb each sample

Representa-
tive areas at mid depth

Each day at five separate locations to verify contractor’s quality control tests

Taken during mellowing period

Gradation of Mixed Stabilized Soil

California Test 202

25 lb

Representa-
tive areas

1 every 4,000 sq yd, 1 per day minimum

Taken before compaction

MIXED STABILIZED SOIL (Sections 24-2.01 and 24-2.03)

Relative Compaction

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

Project site in accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd and test compaction at every 6 in. of thickness

No Data

Maximum Wet Density

California Test 216

35 lb

Relative compaction test site locations

1 every relative compaction test

Wet common-composite test maximum value may be used in accordance with California Test 231

Dimensions

Measurement

N/A

Random locations in place after compaction

As necessary for verification of stabilized soil thickness and surface grades

No Data

CURING SEAL-ASPHALTIC EMULSION (Section 24-1.02C)

Various properties based on asphaltic emulsion type used

Based on asphaltic emulsion type used; see Standard Specifications Section 94

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Sampling line leading to the spray bar

1 each shipment

Each shipment must be accompanied by a certificate of compliance; recommend 1 random test from samples taken

AGGREGATE SUBBASE

Gradation (Sieve Analysis)

California Test 202

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

Every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd (See Note 2)

If uniform material is within specification limits, frequency may be decreased to 1 test per day

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

Every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd (See Note 2)

If uniform material within specification limits, frequency may be decreased to 1 test per day

R-Value

California Test 301

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

Every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

R-value testing may be reduced to 1 acceptance test per project when test records demonstrate that comparable material from the same source meets minimum R-value requirements

Relative Compaction

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

Roadway in accordance with California Test 231 

Every 2,000 sq yd

No Data

Maximum Wet Density

California Test 216

35 lb

Relative compaction test site locations

Every 2,000 sq yd

Wet common-composite test maximum value may be used in accordance with California Test 231

Dimensions

N/A

N/A

Random locations

As necessary for acceptance

Verify thickness of aggregate subbase

AGGREGATE BASES

Gradation (Sieve Analysis)

California Test 202

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

Every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd (See Note 2)

If uniform material is within specification limits, frequency may be decreased to 1 test per day

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

Every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd (See Note 2)

If uniform material is within specification limits, frequency may be decreased to 1 test per day

Resistance Value (R-Value)

California Test 301

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

Every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

R-value testing may reduced to 1 acceptance test per project when test records demonstrate that comparable material from the same source meets minimum R-value requirements

Durability Index

California Test 229

50 lb

Windrow or roadway

1 per project

Durability test not required for Class 3 aggregate base

Moisture

California Test 226

25 lb

Materials site or stockpile

2 daily when aggregate base is paid for by weight

No Data

Relative Compaction

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

Roadway in accordance with California Test 231 

Every 2,000 sq yd

No Data

Maximum Wet Density

California Test 216

35 lb

Relative compaction test site locations

Every 2,000 sq yd

Wet common-composite test maximum value may be used in accordance with California Test 231

Dimensions

N/A

N/A

Random locations

As necessary for acceptance

Verify thickness of aggregate base

CEMENT TREATED BASE Class A or Class B

AGGREGATE

Gradation (Sieve Analysis)

California Test 202, California Test 105

40 lb

Plant, truck, windrow, or roadway

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd, minimum 1 per day of production

No Data

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

40 lb

Plant, truck, windrow, or roadway

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd, minimum 1 per day of production

No Data

AGGREGATE Class B

R-Value

(with and without cement)

California Test 301

100 lb for aggregate qualifica-tion

Windrow or roadway

Before production

No Data

CEMENT Type II Portland Cement

Various properties

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

8 lb

Cement treated base plant or cement spreader

1 each 100 tons of cement, 2 per day maximum

Recommend 1 acceptance test per project for cement from approved suppliers and certificate of compliance with each shipment

WATER

Chlorides

California Test 422

Clean 2-qt plastic jug with lined, sealed lid

1 per source; at point of use

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

WATER (Cont.)

Sulfates

California Test 417

Clean 2-qt plastic jug with lined, sealed lid

1 per source; at point of use

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

COMPLETED MIX Class A

Compressive Strength

California Test 312

See California Test 312, Part II

Windrow or roadway before compaction

1 per day

If first 3 days of production test records demonstrate materials are in compliance, recommend test every 5 days of production

COMPLETED MIX Class B

R-Value

California Test 301

50 lb

Windrow or roadway before compaction

1 every 3,000 tons or 2,000 cu yd

Recommend R-value testing be reduced to 1 every 10,000 cu yd when test records demonstrate that material from the same source, and having comparable grading and sand equivalent values, meets the minimum R-value requirements

COMPLETED MIX Class A and Class B

Cement Content

California Test 338

See California Test 338,
Part I

Windrow or roadway before compaction

1 every 1,500 tons or 1,000 cu yd, minimum 1 per day of production

No Data

Optimum Moisture

California Test 312

See California Test 312

Windrow or roadway

Before production

No data

Moisture Content

California Test 226

10 lb in sealed container

Roadway before compaction

2 daily

No data

Relative Compaction

California Test 312 or 231

Sample for California Test 216

Roadway in accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd

No data

Maximum Wet Density

California Test 216,

California Test 312

35 lb

Relative compaction test site locations

1 every 2,000 sq yd

Wet common-composite test maximum value may be used in accordance with California Test 231

Dimensions

N/A

N/A

Random locations

As necessary for acceptance

Verify thickness of cement treated base

LEAN CONCRETE BASES

Compressive strength (7-days)

ASTM C39

6 cylinders - 6x12 in. - 3 tests

Concrete truck discharge chute

1,000 cu yd or 1 day's production if less than 1,000 cu yd

No Data

RAPID STRENGTH CONCRETE BASE

Modulus of rupture (7-days)

California Test 524

3 beams - 6x6x20 in.

Concrete truck discharge chute

1 per 500 cu yd or 1 day’s production if less than 500 cu yd

No Data

LEAN CONCRETE BASE RAPID SETTING

Compressive strength (7-days)

California Test 521

6 cylinders - 6x12 in. - 3 tests

Concrete truck discharge chute

1 per 500 cu yd or 1 day’s production if less than 500 cu yd

No Data

CONCRETE BASE

Modulus of rupture (7-days)

California Test 523

2 beams of
6x6x32 in. for centerpoint loading or
6x6x20 in. for third-point loading

Concrete truck discharge chute

1,000 cu yd or 1 day's production if less than 1,000 cu yd

No Data

Dimensions

N/A

N/A

Random locations

As necessary for acceptance

Verify thickness of base

AGGREGATE

Percentage Crushed Particles

California Test 205

Combined two 40-lb canvas bags (See Note 2) or

Batch 160 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

Plant

Before production and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

No Data

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing

(at 500 revolutions)

California Test 211

Combined two 40-lb canvas bags (See Note 2) or

Batch 160 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

Plant

Before production and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

No Data

Film Stripping

California Test 302

Combined two 40-lb canvas bags (See Note 2) or

Batch 160 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

Plant

Before production and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

No Data

Gradation

(Sieve Analysis)

California Test 202

Combined two 20-lb canvas bags (See Note 3) or

Batch 40 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

Plant

1 for every 4 hours of production

No Data

AGGREGATE (Cont.)

Cleanness Value

California Test 227

Combined two 20-lb canvas bags (See Note 3) or

Batch 40 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

Plant

1 for every 4 hours of production

Recommend 1 acceptance test per day if 3 consecutive results exceed 62

ASPHALT

Various properties based on asphalt type used; see Standard Specifications 

Section 92

Based on asphalt type used; see Standard Specifications Section 92

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt feed line connecting plant storage tanks

1 per day

Certificate of compliance required for each shipment; if asphalt binder source is not on approved list, sample and test asphalt before use

COMPLETED MIX

Asphalt Content

California Test 382

40 lb in metal containers

Plant, truck, windrow, or roadbed

1 for every 4 hours of production

No Data

AGGREGATE

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing

(loss at 500 revolutions)

California Test 211

50 lb

Plant

Before production and minimum 1 random for every 25,000 cu yd

No Data

Soundness

California Test 214

50 lb

Plant

No Data

No Data

Sieve Analysis (Gradation)

California Test 202

40 lb

Plant

1 for every 4 hours of production;

(See Note 4)

No Data

AGGREGATE (Cont.)

Cleanness Value

California Test 227

No Data

No Data

No Data

No Data

CEMENT

Cement, various properties;

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

Must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

8 lb

Concrete plant

1 for each 100 tons, 2 per day max

Recommend 1 acceptance test per project for cement from approved suppliers with certificate of compliance

WATER

Chlorides

California Test 422

Clean 2-qt plastic jug with lined, sealed lid

At point of use; see Remarks

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Sulfates

California Test 417

Clean 2-qt plastic jug with lined, sealed lid

At point of use; see Remarks

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Setting Time

ASTM C 191 or

ASTM C 266

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Mortar Compressive Strength

ASTM C109

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Coloring Agents

Must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02D

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

WATER

Alkalis

Must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02D

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Specific Gravity

Must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02D

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Thickness

Thickness- Field Measurement

Field Measurement

Random location

3 per lot

No Data

Relative Compaction

(% min)

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

In accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd and test compaction at every 6 in. of thickness

No Data

FULL DEPTH RECYCLING–FOAMED ASPHALT (Section 30-3)

Relative Compaction

(% min)

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

In accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd and test compaction at every 6 in. of thickness

No Data

Thickness

Thickness

California Test 531.
4- or 6-in.-diameter core, full thickness

3 random locations per lot

See Section 4-4004 of this manual

No Data

FULL DEPTH RECYCLING—CEMENT (Section 30-4)

Thickness

Thickness- Core thickness measurement

California Test 531,
4- or 6-in.-diameter core, full thickness

3 random locations per lot

See Section 4-4004 of this manual

No Data

Cement application rate

Calibrated tray or equal

Building paper or pan of known area

Surface receiving cement

Each 40,000 sq ft, 2 per day minimum

Determine if application rate is within ± 5% of mix design rate

Relative Compaction

(% min)

California Test 231

Sample for California Test 216

In accordance with California Test 231

1 every 2,000 sq yd and test compaction at every 6 in. of thickness

No Data

Asphaltic Emulsion and Asphaltic Emulsion for Flush Coat

Various properties in accordance with Section 37 of Standard Specifications

See Section 37-2.02A(4)(b)(ii) of Standard Specifications

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Asphaltic emulsion spread rate

CT 339

Per test method

Full width of boot truck

Once per project

No Data

Polymer Modified Asphaltic Emulsion

Viscosity

AASHTO T 59

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Sieve Test

AASHTO T 59

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Demulsibility

AASHTO T 59

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Polymer Modified Asphaltic Emulsion (Cont.)

Torsional Recovery

California Test 332

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Penetration

AASHTO T 49

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Ring and Ball

AASHTO T 53

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Transport tanker

Each shipment

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Asphalt Modifier for Asphalt Rubber Binder

Viscosity

ASTM D445

1-qt round wide-mouth can with friction top lid or 1-qt rectangular can with screw-on lid

Sample port on tanker truck

1 random per project

No Data

Flash Point

ASTM D92

1-qt round wide-mouth can with friction top lid or 1-qt rectangular can with screw-on lid

Sample port on tanker truck

1 random per project

Molecular Analysis

ASTM D2007

1-qt round wide-mouth can with friction top lid or 1-qt rectangular can with screw-on lid

Sample port on tanker truck

1 random per project

Crumb Rubber Modifier for Asphalt Rubber Binder

Wire in CRM

(max %)

CT 385

CRM scrap tire:

Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM high natural:

Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM bulk bag

Minimum 1 random per project

No text

Crumb Rubber Modifier for Asphalt Rubber Binder (Cont.)

Fabric in CRM

(max %)

CT 385

CRM scrap tire:
Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM high natural:
Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM bulk bag

Minimum 1 random per project

No text

CRM particle length

CRM scrap tire:
Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM high natural:
Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM bulk bag

Minimum 1 random per project

No text

CRM specific gravity

CT 208

No text

No text

No text

No text

Natural rubber content in high nature CRM (%)

ASTM D297

No text

No text

No text

No text

Asphalt Rubber Binder

Cone Penetration

ASTM D217

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt feed line connecting to the HMA plant

Production start-up evaluation and 1 random per 5 samples

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Asphalt Rubber Binder (Cont.)

Resilience

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt feed line connecting to the HMA plant

Production start-up evaluation and 1 random per 5 samples

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment

Softening point

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt feed line connecting to the HMA plant

Production start-up evaluation and 1 random per 5 samples

Certificate of compliance required with each shipment t

Asphalt Rubber Binder Viscosity

ASTM D7741

1 gal metal cylindrical shaped can with double-seal friction top

Asphalt storage tank

The greater of 1 every 5 lots or once a day

For safety, engineer may witness contractor perform test

Base Asphalt Binder Properties

See Standard Specifications Section 92

Five 1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt storage tank

The greater of 1 every 5 lots or once a day

Certificate of compliance required for each shipment; if asphalt binder source is not on approved list, test before use

Screenings/Aggregate for Chip Seals

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing

California Test 211

50 lb in canvas bags or 5-gal buckets

Stockpile

Once per project 

No text

% Crushed Particles

AASHTO T 335

50 lb in canvas bags or 5-gal buckets

Stockpile

Once per project 

No text

Screenings/Aggregate for Chip Seals

Film Stripping

California Test 302

50 lb in canvas bags or 5-gal buckets

Stockpile

Once per project 

No text

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

30 lb

Stockpile

Twice daily

No text

Cleanness
Value

California Test 227

30 lb

Stockpile

Once daily

No text

Sand for Flush Coat

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

25 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Crack Treatments

Crack Treatment Material

Softening point

ASTM D36

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of crack treatment material on the TL-0101

Cone penetration

ASTM D5329

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of crack treatment material on the TL-0101

Resilience

ASTM D5329

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of crack treatment material on the TL-0101

Crack Treatments (Cont.)

Crack Treatment Material

Tensile adhesion

ASTM D5329

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of material on the TL-0101

Asphalt compatibility

ASTM D5329

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of material on the TL-0101

Flexibility

ASTM D3111

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of material on the TL-0101

Specific gravity

ASTM D70

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of material on the TL-0101

Sieve test

See note in Section 37-6.01D(3) “Depart-
ment Accep-
tance” of the Standard Specifi-
cations

2 each 3-lb minimum samples in silicone release boxes

From crack treatment material dispensing wand

Once per project

Indicate the specified type of material on the TL-0101

Sand for Crack Treatment

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

25 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

Slurry Seal Aggregate

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing

(loss at 500 revolutions)

California Test 211

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Percentage of Crushed Particles

California Test 205

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Film Stripping

California Test 302

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Durability Index

California Test 229

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202, California Test 105

30 lb

Stockpile

Once daily

No text

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

30 lb

Stockpile

Once daily

No text

Micro-Surfacing Aggregates

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing
(loss at 500 revolutions)

California Test 211

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Percentage of Crushed Particles

California Test 205

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Durability Index

California Test 302

50 lb

Stockpile

Once per project

No text

Micro-Surfacing Aggregates (Cont.)

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

30 lb

Stockpile

Once daily

Sand Equivalent

California Test 217

30 lb

Stockpile

Once daily

AGGREGATE: All Types of HMA

Gradation
(Sieve Analysis)

(See Note 2)

AASHTO T 27,
California Test 105,
California Test 384

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags
(see See Note 3)

or
Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant

For standard process, 1 for each 750 tons,
1 per day minimum

For SPF process, per stratified random sampling plan

(See Notes 10 and 11)

Production start-up evaluation. For standard process, minimum 1 per day of paving

For SPF process, test per stratified random sampling plan (See Note 14)

Sand Equivalent

AASHTO T 176

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags
(See Note 3)

or
Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

For standard process, 1 for each 750 tons,
1 per day minimum, For SPF process, same frequency as gradations

Production start-up evaluation. For standard process, minimum 1 per day of paving

For SPF process, test with gradation samples

Not required for OGFC (open graded friction course)

AGGREGATE: All Types of HMA

Percent Crushed Particles (Coarse)

AASHTO T 335

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags
(See Note 3)

or
Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

1 for each 750 tons,

1 per day minimum

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 25,000 tons or less of paving

For the SPF process, see Note 17

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Percent Crushed Particles (Fine)

AASHTO T 335

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags
(See Note 3)

or
Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

1 for each 750 tons,

1 per day minimum

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 25,000 tons or less of paving

For the SPF process, see Note 17

No text

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing
(500 Revolutions)

AASHTO T 96

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags
(See Note 3)

or
Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

1 for each 750 tons,

1 per day minimum

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

For the SPF process, see Note 17

No text

AGGREGATE: All Types of HMA (Cont.)

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing

(100 Revolutions)

AASHTO T 96

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags

(See Note 3)

or

Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

1 for each 750 tons,

1 per day minimum

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

For the SPF process, see Note 17

No text

Fine Aggregate Angularity

AASHTO T 304, Method A

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags

(See Note 3)

or

Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

1 for each 750 tons,

1 per day minimum

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Not required for OGFC or Minor HMA

Flat and Elongated Particles

ASTM D4791

Combined six 20-lb canvas bags

(See Note 3)

or

Batch 30 lb (proportioned per bin percentages)

HMA plant or before lime treatment

1 for each 750 tons,

1 per day minimum

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 50,000 tons or less of paving

For the SPF process, see Note 17

Not required for Minor HMA

ASPHALT BINDER

Various properties based on asphalt type used (see Standard Specifications Section 92)

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 92

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt feed line connec-
ting the plant storage tanks

1 per day of HMA production

1 random for every 5 samples

Certificate of compliance required for each shipment; if asphalt binder source is not on approved list, sample and test asphalt before use

ASPHALT RUBBER BINDER

Asphalt Rubber Binder

Properties

See Standard Specifications Section 39-2.03A(4)(e)(ii)

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt rubber feed line from the HMA plant

1 every lot

Production start-up evaluation and 1 random per 5 samples

Certificate of compliance required for each lot

Asphalt Rubber Binder

Viscosity

ASTM D7741

1 gal double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt rubber feed line connec-
ting to the HMA plant

1 every lot

1 every lot

For safety, engineer may witness contractor perform test

ASPHALT RUBBER BINDER (Cont.)

Base Asphalt Binder
Properties

See Standard Specifications Section 92

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Asphalt storage tank

Each shipment

Production start-up evaluation and 1 random per 5 samples

Certificate of compliance required for each shipment; if asphalt binder source is not on approved list, sample and test asphalt before use

Asphalt Modifier
Properties

ASTM D445
ASTM D92
ASTM D2007

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can or 1-qt rectangular can with screw-on lid

Sample port on tanker truck

Each shipment

1 random per project

No text

Crumb Rubber Modifier (CRM)
Properties

California Test 208, California Test 385,
ASTM D297

CRM scrap tire:
Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags;
CRM high natural:
Two 2.5 lb in gallon zip-lock bags

CRM bulk bag

Each shipment

1 random per project

No text

HOT MIX ASPHALT: Type A

Moisture Content

AASHTO T 329

10 lb,
sealed metal container

Loose mix from behind the paver

(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project during paving

Test within 1 hour of sampling

Asphalt Binder Content

AASHTO T 308, Method A

60 lb
(See Notes 5 and 18)

(8x8x4=6 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=4 boxes)
(See Notes 5 and 18)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

For standard process, 1 for each 750 tons,
1 per day minimum.

For SPF process, per stratified random sampling plan

(See Notes 10 and 11)

Production start-up evaluation;

For standard process, minimum 1 per day of paving For SPF process, per stratified random sampling plan (See Note 14)

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Maximum Theoretical
Density

AASHTO T 209

60 lb
(See Notes 5 and 18)

(8x8x4=6 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=4 boxes)
(See Notes 5 and 18)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

For standard process, 1 for each 750 tons,
1 per day minimum

For SPF process, two samples per shift with verification density cores

(See Notes 10 and 13)

Production start-up evaluation.

For standard process, 1 random test per day of paving

For SPF process, per stratified random sampling plan

No text

HOT MIX ASPHALT: Type A (Cont.)

Air Void Content

AASHTO T 269

100 lb
(See Note 5) (8x8x4=10 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=8 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving.

For HMA placed using SPF, see Notes 10 and 11

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 25,000 tons of paving, except for HMA placed using SPF, see Note 14

Voids in Mineral Aggregate

SP-2 Asphalt Mixture Volumetrics

100 lb
(See Note 5) (8x8x4=10 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=8 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 25,000 tons of paving

Dust Proportion

SP-2 Asphalt Mixture Volumetrics

100 lb
(See Note 5) (8x8x4=10 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=8 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 25,000 tons of paving

HOT MIX ASPHALT: Type A (Cont.)

Hamburg Wheel Track

California Test 389

70 lb
(See Notes 5 and 18) (8x8x4=7 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=6 boxes)

Loose mix at plant, truck, or windrow

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 10,000 tons of paving

For SPF process, see Note 16

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random for every 10,000 tons or less of paving

For SPF process, see Note 16

Not required for Minor HMA

Moisture Susceptibility

AASHTO T 283

140 lb

(See Notes 5, 6 and 18) (8x8x4=15 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=12 boxes)

Loose mix at plant, truck, or windrow

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 50,000 tons of paving

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random test for every 50,000 tons of paving

Test for dry strength and wet strength; not required for Minor HMA

HOT MIX ASPHALT: With RAP/RAS

Binder Recovery

AASHTO T 164

ASTM D1856

10 lb

(8x8x4=1 box, 8½x8½x4½=1 box) (See Note 18)

Loose mix from behind the paver

(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving

1 random for every 25,000 tons or less of paving

RUBBERIZED HOT MIX ASPHALT: Gap Graded

Moisture Content

AASHTO T 329

10 lb, sealed metal container

Loose mix from behind the paver

(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project during paving

Test within 1 hour of sampling

Asphalt Binder Content

AASHTO T 308, Method A

60 lb

(See Notes 5 and 18) (8x8x4=6 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=4 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver

(See Note 4)

1 for each 750 tons, 1 per day minimum.

For HMA placed using SPF, see Notes 10 and 11

Production start-up evaluation; 1 random test per day of paving. For HMA placed using SPF, see Note 10

Maximum Theoretical Density

AASHTO T 209

60 lb

(See Notes 5 and 18) (8x8x4=6 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=4 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver

(See Note 4)

1 for each 750 tons, 1 per day minimum.

For HMA placed using SPF, see Notes 11 and 13

Production start-up evaluation; minimum 1 per day of paving, except for HMA placed using SPF, see Notes 10 and 13

RUBBERIZED HOT MIX ASPHALT: Gap Graded (Cont.)

Air Void Content

AASHTO T 269

100 lb
(See Notes 5 and 18) (8x8x4= 10 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=8 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving.

For HMA placed using SPF, see notes 10 and 11

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random test for every 25,000 tons of paving

For SPF process, test per stratified random sampling plan. See note 14

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Voids in Mineral Aggregate

SP-2 Asphalt Mixture Volumetrics

100 lb

(See Notes 5 and 18) (8x8x4= 10 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=8 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random test for every 25,000 tons of paving

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Dust Proportion

SP-2 Asphalt Mixture Volumetrics

100 lb
(See Notes 5 and 18) (boxes, 8x8x4=10 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=8 boxes)

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 25,000 tons of paving

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random test for every 25,000 tons of paving

RUBBERIZED HOT MIX ASPHALT: Gap Graded (Cont.)

Hamburg Wheel Track

 California Test 389

75 lb
(See Notes 5 and 18) (8x8x4=7 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=6 boxes)

Loose mix at plant, truck, or windrow

Production start-up evaluation 1 every 10,000 tons of paving

For SPF process, see Note 16

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random test for every 10,000 tons or less of paving

For SPF process, see Note 16

Moisture Susceptibility

AASHTO T 283

75 lb
(See Notes 5, 6 and 18) (8x8x4= 15 boxes, 8½x8½x4½=12 boxes)

Loose mix at plant, truck, or windrow

Production start-up evaluation, 1 every 50,000 tons of paving

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 random test for every 50,000 tons of paving

Test for dry strength and wet strength

OPEN GRADED FRICTION COURSE (OGFC)

Asphalt Binder Content

AASHTO T 308, Method A

20 lb
(See Note 5)

4, 1-gal metal containers with friction lids

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

1 for each 750 tons, 1 per day minimum

Production start-up evaluation; minimum 1 per day of paving

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OPEN GRADED FRICTION COURSE (OGFC)

Moisture Content

AASHTO T 329

10 lb, sealed metal container

Loose mix from behind the paver
(See Note 4)

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project during paving

Test within 1 hour of sampling

BONDED WEARING COURSE: Gap Graded (BWC-G) (See Note 7)

Asphalt Binder Content

AASHTO T 308, Method A

20 lb

(See Note 5)

4, 1-gal metal containers with friction lids

Loose mix at plant

1 for each 750 tons, 1 per day minimum

Production start-up evaluation. Minimum 1 per day of paving

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Moisture Content

AASHTO T 329

10 lb sealed metal container

Loose mix at plant

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project

Production start-up evaluation, and minimum 1 per project during paving

Samples should be tested within 1 hour of sampling

PAVEMENT DENSITY

Density of cores

(% of maximum theoretical density)

(See Note 8)

California Test 375

4- or 6–in cores

Final layer, cored to the specified total paved thickness

For the standard process, 1 for each 250 tons

For the SPF process, see Note 12

For the standard process, 1 for each 250 tons

For SPF process, test per stratified random sampling plan. See Note 14

Density applies to HMA thickness of 0.15 ft or greater

PAVEMENT SMOOTHNESS

Straightedge

N/A

N/A

Pavement surface (See Note 9)

Entire final surface

Entire final surface

Areas exempt from Inertial Profiler

Inertial Profiler for Mean Roughness Index and Areas of Localized Roughness

California Test 387

AASHTO R 56 & AASHTO R 57

Each 0.1 mile

Pavement surface

Entire final surface

Entire final surface

Entire final surface excluding areas requiring straightedge;

use contractor-furnished profiles for IRI values within 10% of Caltrans’ IRI values

TACK COAT

Asphalt Binder

Based on asphalt type used (see Standard Specifi-
cations Section 92) 

1-qt double-seal friction-top metal cylindrical shaped can

Spray bar on asphalt distributor truck

Each truckload

1 random per project

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TACK COAT (Cont.)

Spread Rate

California Test 339

N/A

Pavement

N/A

As necessary for verification of tack coat spread rate

Verify tack coat spray rate is sufficient to meet the minimum specified residual rate. (see example in Section 4-9403, “During the Course of Work,” in this manual)

Asphaltic Emulsion

Based on emulsion type used (see Standard Specifi-
cations Section 94) 

1 liter (or 1 qt) wide-mouth plastic bottle with screw on lids that are sealed with tape

Spray bar on emulsion distributor truck

Each truckload

1 random per project

No text

CONCRETE

Modulus of Rupture (Open to Traffic)

California Test 523 (Field Curing)

3 beams of 6x6x20 in. for third-point loading

Concrete truck discharge chute

1 set for the last pavement section placed before opening to traffic

Not used for acceptance, only to verify that pavement can be opened to traffic

Individual Slab Replacement with Rapid Strength Concrete (Section 41-9)

Coefficient of Friction

California Test 342

N/A

Pavement surface

1 every 1,200 sq yd

Each test consists of 5 measurements

Smoothness -
Straightedge

Measurement with 12-ft straightedge

N/A

Pavement surface

Entire final surface

Areas exempt from Inertial Profiler

Modulus of rupture (3-days)

California Test 524

3 beams of 6x6x20 inches

Concrete truck discharge chute

1 per shift

No data

JOINT SEALS TYPE B (Section 51-2.02C)

Various properties; must comply with Standard Specifica-
tions Section 51-2.02C

See Standard Specifica-
tions Section 51-2.02(C)

1 piece, 3 ft

Job site

Each lot

Certificate of compliance and certified test report required for each lot;
test report must include the seal movement range, manufacturer minimum uncompressed width and test results;
submit samples at least 30 days before use

JOINT SEALS Type A and Type AL (Section 51-2.02B)

Use Authorized Material List at: https://dot.ca.gov/programs/engineering-services/authorized-materials-lists

Type A and AL joint seals must be on the Authorized Materials List for Type A and AL joint seals

AGGREGATE: Coarse Aggregate

Los Angeles Abrasion Testing

(loss at 500 revolu-
tions)

California Test 211

See Note 2

Stockpile

Before production and minimum 1 random test for every 25,000 cu yd

1 for every 4,000 cu yd, if initial test shows abrasion loss greater than 40%

Clean-
ness Value

California Test 227

25 lb

Stockpile

Before production and minimum 1 for every 600 cu yd, 1 per day minimum

Recommend 1 acceptance test per day if 3 consecutive results exceed 80; increase sampling to 1 for every 300 cu yd (deductive lot) with engineer’s authorization

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

50 lb

Belt Feed

Before production and minimum 1 for every 600 cu yd, 1 per day minimum

Recommend 1 acceptance test per day if 3 consecutive results are within operating range; increase sampling to 1 for every 300 cu yd (deductive lot) with engineer’s authorization

AGGREGATE: Fine Aggregate

Organic Impurities

Cali-
fornia Test 213

See Note 2

Stockpile

Before production or when contamination is suspected

No data

Durability

Cali-
fornia Test 229

See Note 2

Stockpile

Before production

No data

Sand Equivalent

Cali-
fornia Test 217

25 lb

Stockpile

Before production and minimum 1 for every 600 cu yd, 1 per day minimum

Recommend 1 acceptance test per day if 3 consecutive results exceed 80; increase sampling to 1 for every 300 cu yd (deductive lot) with engineer’s authorization

AGGREGATE: Fine Aggregate

Sieve Analysis

Cali-
fornia Test 202

50 lb

Belt feed

Before production and minimum 1 for every 600 cu yd, 1 per day minimum

Recommend 1 acceptance test per day if 3 consecutive results are within operating range; increase sampling to 1 for every 300 cu yd (deductive lot) with engineer’s authorization

AGGREGATE: Coarse & Fine Aggregate

Specific Gravity and Absorp-
tion

Cali-
fornia Test 206,

Cali-
fornia Test 207

See Note 2

Stockpile

Before production and when aggregate source changes

No data

Sound-
ness

Cali-
fornia Test 214

See Note 2

Stockpile

Before production

Soundness for fine aggregate waived if durability is ≥ 60

Sieve Analysis (combined gradation deter-
mined with fine and coarse aggregate sieve analyses)

Cali-
fornia Test 202

No data

N/A

Before production and minimum 1 for every 600 cu yd, 1 per day minimum

Recommend 1 acceptance test per day if 3 consecutive results are within operating range. Increase sampling to 1 for every 300 cu yd (deductive lot) with engineer’s authorization

CEMENTITIOUS MATERIALS

Cement, various properties;
must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

8 lb

Concrete plant

Sample each 100 tons of cement, 2 per day maximum

Cement must be on Authorized Material List; cement accepted based on certificate of compliance with each shipment; recommend 1 verification test per 5 samples

Supplementary Cementitious Materials (SCM), various properties; must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(3)

See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(3)

8 lb

Concrete plant

Sample each 100 tons of SCM, 2 per day maximum

SCM must be on Authorized Materials List; SCM accepted based on certificate of compliance with each shipment; recommend 1 verification test per 5 samples

WATER

Chlorides

California Test 422

Clean 2-qt plastic jug with lined, sealed lid

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Sulfates

California Test 417

Clean 2-qt plastic jug with lined, sealed lid

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Setting Time

ASTM C 191 or

ASTM C 266

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

WATER (Cont.)

Mortar Compressive Strength

ASTM C109

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Coloring Agents

Must comply with Standard Specifi-
cations Section 90-1.02D

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Alkalis

Must comply with Standard Specifi-
cations Section 90-1.02D

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

Specific Gravity

Must comply with Standard Specifi-
cations Section 90-1.02D

Contact METS for required quantity of water sample

At point of use

1 per source

Water supplies for domestic use do not need to be tested

ADMIXTURES: Air Entraining Agent

Air entraining properties

Must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02E

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 90-1.02E

1-qt can or plastic bottle of liquid, 2 lb of powder

Concrete plant

Sample each shipment

Must be on Authorized Materials List and certificate of compliance must accompany each shipment; recommend 1 verification test per 5 samples

CHEMICAL ADMIXTURE: Water Reducers or Set Retarders

Claimed properties, chloride identification

ASTM C494
Type A, B, D, F or Type G
California Test 415

1-qt can of liquid, 2 lb of powder

Concrete plant

Sample each shipment

Must be on Authorized Materials List and certificate of compliance must accompany each shipment; recommend 1 verification test per 5 samples

CONCRETE for Pavement and Structures

Shrinkage

AASHTO T 160 Modified
See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.01D(3)

Set of three:
4x4x11¼ in.

During mix design process

Before production

Engineer may use contractor-provided test result for acceptance; test results must be within 3 years of contract authorization date

CONCRETE Designated Compressive Strength 3600 psi or Greater

Yield

California Test 518

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute; (See Note 3)

As necessary to assure accuracy of mix design; minimum 2 per each mix design

No deductions for cement content will be made based on the results of California Test 518

Concrete Uniformity

ASTM C143, California Test 533

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

When compressive test specimen is fabricated and when consistency or uniformity is questionable, minimum 2 per day

CONCRETE Designated Compressive Strength 3600 psi or Greater (Cont.)

Concrete Uniformity

California Test 529

100 lb

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

When uniformity is questionable

Compressive Strength

ASTM C172, California Test 540

1 set of 2 cylinders
6x12 in. or 1 set of 3 cylinders 4x8 in. for each test

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

1 set per age for every 300 cu yd concrete or as required for acceptance, minimum 1 set per project

For trial batches, see Standard Specifications or job special provisions and Section 6-3, “Field Tests,” of this manual

Air Content

California Test 504

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

1 every 4 hours of production and when test specimens are fabricated

Where air is specified for freeze-thaw resistance, a minimum of 1 every 30 cu yd

CONCRETE With Compressive Strength Less Than 3,600 psi

Concrete Uniformity

ASTM C143, California Test 533

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

When compressive test specimen is fabricated and when uniformity is questionable

CONCRETE With Compressive Strength Less Than 3,600 psi

Concrete Uniformity

California Test 529

100 lb

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

When uniformity is questionable

Compressive Strength

California Test 540,
California Test 521

1 set of 2 cylinders,
6x12 in. or 1 set of 3 cylinders 4x8 in. for each test

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

1 set per age for every 300 cu yd,
minimum 1 set per project

Air Content

California Test 504

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

When compressive test specimens are fabricated

Where air is specified for freeze-thaw resistance, a minimum of 1 every 100 cu yd

CURING COMPOUND

Curing Compound; must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.03B(3)

ASTM C309

1-qt can

At time of use (See Note 1)

1 every shipment

Each shipment must have certificate of compliance that includes:

1. Test results for tests specified in Section 90-1.01D(6) of Standard Specifications

2. Certification that material was tested within 12 months before use

CEMENTITIOUS MATERIALS

Cement, various properties; must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(2)

8 lb

Concrete plant

Sample and test if cement quality is questionable

Cement source must be shown on Authorized Materials List; certificate of compliance must accompany each cement shipment

Supplementary cementitious materials (SCM), various properties; must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(3)

See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02B(3)

8 lb

Concrete plant

Sample and test if SCM quality is questionable

SCM source must be shown on Authorized Materials List; certificate of compliance must accompany each SCM shipment

ADMIXTURES: Air Entraining Agent

Air entraining properties; must comply with Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02E

See Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02E

N/A

N/A

Must be on Authorized Materials List and certificate of compliance must accompany each shipment

CHEMICAL ADMIXTURES: Water Reducers or Set Retarders

Claimed properties, chloride identification

ASTM C494 Type A, B, D, F or Type G California Test 415

N/A

N/A

Must be on Authorized Materials List and certificate of compliance must accompany each shipment

CONCRETE

Yield

California Test 518

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

As necessary to assure accuracy of mix design; minimum 1 per each mix design

No deductions for cement content will be made based on the results of California Test 518

Com-
pressive Strength

California Test 540,
California Test 521

1 set of 2 cylinders,
6x12 in. or 1 set of 3 cylinders 4x8 in. for each test

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

Sample and test if concrete quality is questionable; minimum 1 per mix design

Minor concrete must have the strength described or 2,500 psi, whichever is greater; see Standard Specifications Section 90-1.02A

Air Content

California Test 504

See test method

Concrete truck discharge chute (See Note 3)

Where air is specified for freeze-thaw resistance, a minimum of 1 every 100 cu yd

CURING COMPOUND

Curing Compound; must comply with Standard Specifi-
cations Section 90-1.03B(3)

ASTM C309

1-qt can

At time of use; (See Note 1)

1 every shipment

Each shipment must have certificate of compliance that includes:

1. Results for tests specified in Section 90-1.01D(6) of Standard Specifications

2. Certification that material was tested within 12 months before use

BARBED WIRE AND WIRE MESH FENCES (Section 80-2)

Barbed Wire, various properties; must comply with Standard Specifications Section 80-2.02D

ASTM A121

1 yd length

Job site

As necessary for verification if quality is questionable

BOLTS AND HARDWARE (Section 75)

2 samples each diameter

Each lot

Sample and test if not previously inspected at the source

CHAIN LINK FENCES (Section 80-3)

Wire Mesh, various properties;

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 80

ASTM A116, Class 1

2 ft width

Job site

Each lot for verification if quality is questionable

Certificate of compliance required for vinyl clad fencing

CONCRETE PIPE (Section 65)

Compliance with specifications

Contact METS for instructions

Contact METS for instructions

Sample and test if not previously inspected at source

CONDUIT (Section 86-1.02B)

Conduit, various properties;
must comply with Standard Specifications Section 86-1.02B

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 86-1.02B

2 ft. long from center of length,
2 samples each size

Job site

As necessary for verification if quality is questionable

ELECTRICAL CONDUCTORS AND CABLES (Section 86-1.02F)

Electrical conductors and cables, various properties;

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 86-1.02F

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 86

2 ft. long, include markings, 2 samples per gauge

Job site

Each lot for verification if quality is questionable

EXPANSION JOINT FILLER

Compliance with specifications

6 in. long, full width of sheet

Each 1,000 sq ft not less than 2 per shipment

GEOSYNTHETICS (Section 96)

Various properties;

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 96

See Standard Specifica-
tions Section 96

1 piece, 3 ft x full width of roll

Job site

Each lot for verification if quality is questionable.

See Remarks

Certificate of compliance required for each lot;
unroll at least 1 circumference before sampling

PAINT (Section 91)

Paint, various properties;

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 91

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 91

For miscella-
neous painting,
1 qt (see Section 6-2 of this manual)

Job site

Each batch

If less than 20 gallons, testing not required and resident engineer must field release. Zinc-rich primer must be on the Authorized Materials List

PAVEMENT MARKERS (Section 81-3)

Pavement Markers, various properties;

must comply with Standard Specifications Section 81-3

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 81-3

20 markers

Job site

As necessary for verification if quality is questionable

Each shipment must have certificate of compliance

PERMEABLE MATERIALS: (Section 68-2.02F)

Durability Index

California Test 229

50 lb

Stockpile

Before use

No text

Sieve Analysis

California Test 202

50 lb

Stockpile

Before use,1 every day

No text

PERMEABLE MATERIALS: Class 3 (Section 68-2.02F)

Crushed Faces

California Test 205

50 lb

Stockpile

Before use

No text

PRESTRESSED TENDON GROUT (Section 50)

Efflux time

California Test 541

One 6x12 in. cylinder mold can

From batch immediately after mixing for prequalification, thereafter from outlet end of tendon, storage tank, or both

At the start of each day’s work, and thereafter 1 test per each 5% of ducts;

see Remarks

Repeat acceptance tests whenever source of material is changed

RAISED BARS (PRECAST)

Compliance with specifications

1 unit or full size bar

Each lot

Sample and test if not previously inspected at the source

REINFORCING STEEL (Section 52)

Reinforcing Steel, various properties

See Standard Specifi-
cations Section 52

2 samples,

30 in., except 40 in. for No. 14 and No. 18

Job site

As necessary for verification if quality is questionable

Each shipment must be accompanied by a certificate of compliance

SLOPE PROTECTION (Section 72)

Size

N/A

Quarry or stockpile

As required for acceptance

Adequate size of slope protection documented by measuring or weighing the material

Apparent Specific Gravity

California Test 206

75 lb

Quarry or stockpile

Before use

No text

SLOPE PROTECTION (Section 72) (Cont.)

Absorption