Switzerland County, In. —Officials from the Indiana Department of Transportation have delayed the start of chip/seal operations in Switzerland County until June 11. Weather permitting maintenance crews will begin work on State Road 129 from Greenbriar Ridge/Smith Ridge Road to the junction of State Road 250.
Work was originally scheduled to begin June 4, but has been delayed due to weather.
Motorists should expect delays in the area due to lane closures in the work zone. Flaggers will be present to manage traffic.
Chip sealing coats existing pavement with liquid asphalt, sealing cracks and providing waterproof protection. This extends the service life of the roadway and lowers maintenance costs. Small chips of limestone are used to cover the asphalt, preventing it from spraying vehicles or sticking to tires. The chips also restore surface friction for improved skid resistance, maneuverability, and driver safety. Chip seal is a cost-effective pavement preservation technique, saving $6 to $14 in taxpayer expenditures for every $1 invested in extending the life of a roadway.
