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Road Base (P-208, Faa)

Category: Road Base

📏 Product Specifications

Material Type P-208, Faa
Category Road Base

🏗️ Applications & Uses

Airport runways ✓ Recommended
Road construction ✓ Recommended
Parking lots ✓ Recommended
Driveways ✓ Recommended
Pathways ✓ Recommended

Road Base with P-208, FAA Specification

Road base meeting the P-208, FAA specification is a high-quality aggregate blend engineered for use in airport and heavy-duty roadway construction. This material is typically composed of crushed stone, gravel, and sand, carefully graded and compacted to create a stable, load-bearing foundation. The P-208, FAA designation ensures the aggregate meets strict Federal Aviation Administration standards for particle size distribution, durability, and compaction, making it suitable for demanding applications.

The precise gradation and composition of P-208 road base provide excellent load distribution and resistance to rutting, which is critical for supporting heavy traffic and aircraft. Its engineered blend compacts tightly, minimizing voids and reducing the risk of settlement or shifting over time. Common uses include airport runways, taxiways, highways, parking lots, and industrial yards. While its dense compaction offers superior stability, it may require mechanical equipment for proper installation. Overall, P-208, FAA road base is a reliable choice for projects where strength, longevity, and compliance with federal standards are essential.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Road Base used for?

Road Base is typically used for airport runways, road construction, parking lots, and other construction and landscaping projects requiring materials.

What size is Road Base?

Road Base typically comes in size range, making it suitable for applications that require p-208, faa aggregate material with consistent sizing.

Where can I get Road Base?

Hello Gravel may be able to provide Road Base depending on your location and current product availability. Check our available materials or contact us by phone, text, or email to confirm availability in your area. We can often arrange delivery in as soon as 2 business days.

How much Road Base do I need?

Use our gravel calculator to determine how much Road Base you need. You'll need to measure the length, width, and desired depth of your project area. The calculator will provide the quantity needed in cubic yards or tons.

Key Characteristics of Road Base

Material Properties

Road Base is p-208, faa and classified as material, providing specific performance characteristics for construction applications.

Size Specifications

Standard Road Base is graded to specifications, ensuring consistent particle size distribution for reliable project outcomes.

Common Applications

Industry professionals typically specify Road Base for projects requiring dependable performance and specific drainage or structural properties.

Hello Gravel Availability

Hello Gravel may be able to source Road Base depending on your location and current inventory. We offer fast delivery, often within 2 business days when material is available.

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Hello Gravel may be able to provide Road Base in your area with delivery as soon as 2 business days.