Localized Roughness Clause Samples

Localized Roughness. If any individual 0.01-mile segment of pavement, measured as described in Subpart 3(a), exceeds an IRI value of 100 inches/mile for interstates, freeways, or other controlled-access arterial roadways, or 120 inches/mile for all other types of projects, the segment will be deemed an area of localized roughness and will require corrective action by the Contractor and as approved by the Engineer. If the corrective action is not successful or deemed unattainable, the Engineer will assess a $500 pay reduction per incident. Lots containing localized roughness are also subject to the pay adjustments determined in Subpart 6. except that only the greater pay reduction from either Subpart 3