Crack Seal Program

During the Annual Crack Seal Program, a hot-pour, petroleum-based pavement crack and joint sealant is used to fill cracks in City streets. The sealant contains a minimum of 18% recycled tire rubber and forms a long lasting, resilient seal in cracks and joints which is flexible and expandable in varying and extreme pavement temperatures. The sealant will prevent the invasion of surface water between the layers of asphalt and sub-grade rock, thus preventing premature failures, deterioration and potholes. Using crack seal in conjunction with slurry seal provides the most cost-effective method of preventing premature pavement failures and aging. 

Streets and sidewalks are not closed during crack-seal work, but on-street parking is typically prohibited through temporary signs that will be posted in advance so the contractor has full access to the work area from curb to curb. Residents on affected streets will receive an informational door hanger prior to the beginning of work. Crack sealing is done usually during the summer months, weather permitting. 

A map of the work planned for 2024 can be found here.