What are the long-term consequences of failing to address subsurface drainage issues during pavement reconstruction?

Subsurface drainage systems are designed to remove excess water from beneath the pavement structure. This water can come from rainfall, groundwater, or snowmelt. Failing to address subsurface drainage issues during pavement reconstruction, even with a brand-new pavement structure, leads to several severe long-term consequences. Excess moisture weakens the base and subbase layers of the pavement, reducing their load-bearing capacity. This can lead to premature rutting, cracking, and deformation of the pavement surface. Water in the....