Author: Indian Road Congress
Place: New Delhi
Publisher: Indian Road Congress
Year: 2004
Volume: 2004 onc 8
Pages: 163
Keyword: Urban Road, Guidelines for Maintenance Management, Road Maintenance
Classification: 352.7
Shelf: C3R4
Accession No: B930
Contents: Abbreviations 1- Introduction 2- Scope and Need 3- Review of Maintenance Practices/Norms for Primary, Secondary and Urban Roads 4- Review/Appraisal of Global Developments 5- Data Base Requirements for MMS 6- Equipment for Data Collection 7- Methodology for Data Collection 8- Methodology for Manpower Requirements, Equipment Operation, Callibration, Periodicity of Updating 9- Data Base Development 10- Data Analysis 11- Organisational Requirements 12- Intervention Criteria for Maintenance Planning 13- Maintenance Strategies 14- Procedure for Prioritisation of Strategies 15- Concluding Remarks References Performance Annexure-1
Abstract: The *Guidelines for Maintenance Management of Primary, Secondary and Urban Roads*, published by the Indian Roads Congress (IRC) for the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways, offer detailed instructions for maintaining different road categories. These guidelines aim to ensure safe, efficient, and durable road infrastructure by addressing the unique maintenance needs of primary, secondary, and urban roads. They emphasize systematic planning, timely repairs, and preventive measures to prolong road life and optimize resource use. The document serves as a valuable reference for engineers and agencies involved in road upkeep, ensuring consistent standards and improved road performance across India.