ASTM D6155-19
(Specification)Standard Specification for Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for Asphalt Paving Mixtures
Standard Specification for Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for Asphalt Paving Mixtures
ABSTRACT
This specification deals with the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in bituminous paving mixtures. The coarse aggregates shall consist of hard, strong, durable pieces, free of adherent coatings. The grading shall conform to the requirements prescribed herein. Physical properties such as degradation, expansion, and environmental stability shall also be tested.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in asphalt paving mixtures. These nontraditional aggregates can be described as any aggregate other than those described in Specifications D692/D692M, D693, D1139/D1139M, and D5106 (crushed stone, crushed hydraulic-cement concrete, crushed blast-furnace slag, steel furnace slag, and crushed gravel) suitable for use in asphalt paving mixtures, as described in Specification D3515 or D4215.
1.2 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provides explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
Note 1: Sieve size is identified by its standard designation in Specification E11. The alternative designation given in parentheses is for information only and does not represent a different standard sieve size.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 31-Oct-2019
- Technical Committee
- D04 - Road and Paving Materials
- Drafting Committee
- D04.50 - Aggregate Specifications
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2024
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2023
- Refers
ASTM C29/C29M-23 - Standard Test Method for Bulk Density (“Unit Weight”) and Voids in Aggregate - Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2023
- Refers
ASTM C142/C142M-17(2023) - Standard Test Method for Clay Lumps and Friable Particles in Aggregates - Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2023
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2020
- Effective Date
- 15-Feb-2020
- Effective Date
- 15-Dec-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Nov-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2019
- Effective Date
- 15-Feb-2019
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2019
- Effective Date
- 15-Dec-2018
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2018
- Effective Date
- 15-Aug-2018
Overview
ASTM D6155-19: Standard Specification for Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for Asphalt Paving Mixtures provides guidelines for the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in asphalt (bituminous) paving mixtures. Developed by ASTM International, this standard identifies requirements for the physical and environmental properties of nontraditional aggregates to ensure their suitability in road construction and paving. It establishes methods for grading, testing, and accepting aggregates that differ from conventional options such as crushed stone or slag, including recycled materials and other sources. All values and requirements are stated in SI units for global applicability.
Key Topics
- Nontraditional Aggregates: Defines alternatives to conventional coarse aggregates such as those not covered under ASTM D692, D693, D1139, or D5106. This includes recycled or by-product materials suitable for paving.
- Physical Properties: Specifies that aggregates must be hard, strong, durable, and free of adherent coatings. Aggregates are tested for resistance to degradation and expansion.
- Grading and Size: Requires coarse aggregate grading to align with ASTM D448 or specific purchaser requirements, ensuring compatibility for use in various asphalt mixtures, including both surface and base courses.
- Performance Requirements:
- Fractured Particles: Sets minimum percentages of fractured faces for aggregate particles to ensure proper mechanical interlock in pavement.
- Soundness and Degradation: Establishes maximum permissible losses for aggregates under soundness and abrasion tests for durability.
- Polishing Resistance: Evaluates high-traffic applications for susceptibility to polishing and resultant skid resistance.
- Environmental Stability: Assesses potential leachate production and other environmental impacts under local, state, and federal requirements, including EPA Test Method SW846 1311 for leaching.
- Sampling and Testing: Details reference methods for aggregate sampling, size analysis, soundness, abrasion, particle coating, and stripping value.
Applications
ASTM D6155-19 is particularly valuable for:
- Highway and Road Construction: Providing guidance for incorporating recycled or alternative aggregates in asphalt paving, contributing to more sustainable infrastructure.
- Municipal and State Projects: Enabling public agencies to confidently specify and evaluate nontraditional aggregates for both surface and base asphalt layers.
- Recycling and Resource Management: Facilitating the reuse of construction by-products and secondary materials in road building while maintaining structural integrity and meeting environmental standards.
- Sourcing Local Materials: Allowing regions with limited access to traditional aggregates to employ alternative sources without compromising on performance or safety.
- Assessment of Aggregate Quality: Establishing a uniform basis for testing, acceptance, and documentation across projects, supporting consistency and quality assurance.
Related Standards
ASTM D6155-19 references or complements several key standards relevant to asphalt paving and aggregate selection:
- ASTM D692/D692M: Specification for Coarse Aggregate for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
- ASTM D693: Specification for Crushed Aggregate for Macadam Pavements
- ASTM D1139/D1139M: Specification for Aggregate for Single or Multiple Bituminous Surface Treatments
- ASTM D5106: Specification for Steel Slag Aggregates for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
- ASTM D3515: Specification for Hot-Mixed, Hot-Laid Bituminous Paving Mixtures
- ASTM D4215: Specification for Cold-Mixed, Cold-Laid Bituminous Paving Mixtures
- ASTM C88/C88M: Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates
- ASTM C131/C131M: Test Method for Abrasion Resistance
- ASTM D3665: Practice for Random Sampling of Construction Materials
- EPA SW846 1311: Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure
By following ASTM D6155-19, professionals in road construction, engineering, and materials supply can ensure that nontraditional coarse aggregates are specified, tested, and implemented in a manner that supports performance, sustainability, and regulatory compliance. This standard enhances resource flexibility and cost-effective infrastructure development.
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ASTM D6155-19 is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for Asphalt Paving Mixtures". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This specification deals with the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in bituminous paving mixtures. The coarse aggregates shall consist of hard, strong, durable pieces, free of adherent coatings. The grading shall conform to the requirements prescribed herein. Physical properties such as degradation, expansion, and environmental stability shall also be tested. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in asphalt paving mixtures. These nontraditional aggregates can be described as any aggregate other than those described in Specifications D692/D692M, D693, D1139/D1139M, and D5106 (crushed stone, crushed hydraulic-cement concrete, crushed blast-furnace slag, steel furnace slag, and crushed gravel) suitable for use in asphalt paving mixtures, as described in Specification D3515 or D4215. 1.2 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provides explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. Note 1: Sieve size is identified by its standard designation in Specification E11. The alternative designation given in parentheses is for information only and does not represent a different standard sieve size. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ABSTRACT This specification deals with the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in bituminous paving mixtures. The coarse aggregates shall consist of hard, strong, durable pieces, free of adherent coatings. The grading shall conform to the requirements prescribed herein. Physical properties such as degradation, expansion, and environmental stability shall also be tested. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in asphalt paving mixtures. These nontraditional aggregates can be described as any aggregate other than those described in Specifications D692/D692M, D693, D1139/D1139M, and D5106 (crushed stone, crushed hydraulic-cement concrete, crushed blast-furnace slag, steel furnace slag, and crushed gravel) suitable for use in asphalt paving mixtures, as described in Specification D3515 or D4215. 1.2 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provides explanatory material. These notes and footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. Note 1: Sieve size is identified by its standard designation in Specification E11. The alternative designation given in parentheses is for information only and does not represent a different standard sieve size. 1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM D6155-19 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 93.080.20 - Road construction materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D6155-19 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D6155-15, ASTM C88/C88M-24, ASTM D3319-23, ASTM C29/C29M-23, ASTM C142/C142M-17(2023), ASTM D692/D692M-20, ASTM C131/C131M-20, ASTM C125-19a, ASTM D75/D75M-19, ASTM D8-19, ASTM D4792/D4792M-13(2019), ASTM C125-19, ASTM D8-18c, ASTM C125-18b, ASTM D8-18b. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: D6155 −19
Standard Specification for
Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for Asphalt Paving
Mixtures
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6155; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope 2. Referenced Documents
1.1 This specification covers the use of coarse aggregates 2.1 ASTM Standards:
not traditionally used in asphalt paving mixtures. These non- C29/C29M Test Method for Bulk Density (“Unit Weight”)
traditional aggregates can be described as any aggregate other and Voids in Aggregate
than those described in Specifications D692/D692M, D693, C88/C88M Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by
D1139/D1139M, and D5106 (crushed stone, crushed Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate
hydraulic-cement concrete, crushed blast-furnace slag, steel C125 Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Ag-
furnace slag, and crushed gravel) suitable for use in asphalt gregates
paving mixtures, as described in Specification D3515 or C131/C131M Test Method for Resistance to Degradation of
D4215. Small-Size Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in
the Los Angeles Machine
1.2 The text of this specification references notes and
C136/C136M Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and
footnotes that provides explanatory material. These notes and
Coarse Aggregates
footnotes (excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be
C142/C142M Test Method for Clay Lumps and Friable
considered as requirements of the specification.
Particles in Aggregates
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as
C294 Descriptive Nomenclature for Constituents of Con-
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
crete Aggregates
standard.
D8 Terminology Relating to Materials for Roads and Pave-
ments
NOTE 1—Sieve size is identified by its standard designation in Speci-
fication E11. The alternative designation given in parentheses is for
D75/D75M Practice for Sampling Aggregates
information only and does not represent a different standard sieve size.
D448 Classification for Sizes of Aggregate for Road and
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the
Bridge Construction
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the D692/D692M Specification for Coarse Aggregate for Bitu-
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
minous Paving Mixtures
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter- D693 Specification for Crushed Aggregate for Macadam
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Pavements (Withdrawn 2008)
1.5 This international standard was developed in accor- D1139/D1139M Specification for Aggregate for Single or
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
Multiple Bituminous Surface Treatments
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the D2489/D2489M Test Method for Estimating Degree of Par-
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
ticle Coating of Asphalt Mixtures
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical D3319 Practice for the Accelerated Polishing of Aggregates
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Using the British Wheel
1 2
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D04 on Road For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
and Paving Materials and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D04.50 on contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
Aggregate Specifications. Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
Current edition approved Nov. 1, 2019. Published November 2019. Originally the ASTM website.
approved in 1997. Last previous edition approved in 2015 as D6155 – 15. DOI: The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on
10.1520/D6155-19. www.astm.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
D6155 − 19
D3515 Specification for Hot-Mixed, Hot-Laid Bituminous used is dependent upon the desired composition of the paving
Paving Mixtures (Withdrawn 2009) mixture and shall be determined by the purchaser.
D3665 Practice for Random Sampling of Construction Ma-
5.3 Fractured Particles in Coarse Aggregate—Orders for
terials
material under this specification shall state the appropriate
D4215 Specification for Cold-Mixed, Cold-Laid Bituminous
requirements for percentage of fractured particles.
Paving Mixtures
5.3.1 Conventional Mixtures—Not less than 40 % by mass
D4792/D4792M Test Method for Potential Expansion of
of the aggregate particles retained on the 4.75-mm (No. 4)
Aggregates from Hydration Reactions
sieve shall have at least one fractured face (see Notes 2 and 3).
D4867/D4867M Test Method for Effect of Moisture on
5.3.2 Open-Graded Friction Course Mixtures—Of the ag-
Asphalt Concrete Paving Mixtures
gregate particles retained on the 4.75-mm (No. 4) sieve, not
D5106 Specification for Steel Slag Aggregates for Bitumi-
less than 90 % by mass shall have one or more fractured faces,
nous Paving Mixtures
and not less than 75 % by mass shall have two or more
D5711 Test Method for Determining the Adherent Coating
fractured faces.
on Coarse Aggregates (Withdrawn 2012)
D5821 Test Method for Determining the Percentage of
NOTE 2—Attention is called to the distinction between conventional
Fractured Particles in Coarse Aggregate
(dense mixtures or open mixtures) and open-graded friction course
E11 Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test
mixtures in Specification D3515.
Sieves
NOTE 3—Some sources of aggregate contain angular particles that will
perform similarly to a mechanically fractured particle. Where laboratory
2.2 U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Standard:
tests or service records indicate this to be true, such angular particles may
SW846 1311 EPA Test Method, Toxicity Characteristic
be considered as fractured.
Leaching Procedure
5.4 Polishing Characteristics—The coarse aggregates, or
3. Terminology
the coarsest fraction of the aggregate for use in surface course
mixtures, shall be of a type known to possess adequate
3.1 Definitions—For defini
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Designation: D6155 − 15 D6155 − 19
Standard Specification for
Nontraditional Coarse Aggregates for BituminousAsphalt
Paving Mixtures
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D6155; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope
1.1 This specification covers the use of coarse aggregates not traditionally used in bituminousasphalt paving mixtures. These
nontraditional aggregates can be described as any aggregate other than those described in Specifications D692D692/D692M, D693,
D1139D1139/D1139M, and D5106, (crushed stone, crushed hydraulic-cement concrete, crushed blast-furnace slag, steel furnace
slag, and crushed gravel) suitable for use in bituminousasphalt paving mixtures, as described in SpecificationsSpecification D3515
or D4215.
1.2 The text of this specification references notes and footnotes that provides explanatory material. These notes and footnotes
(excluding those in tables and figures) shall not be considered as requirements of the specification.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
NOTE 1—Sieve size is identified by its standard designation in Specification E11. The alternative designation given in parentheses is for information
only and does not represent a different standard sieve size.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility
of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety safety, health, and healthenvironmental practices and determine the
applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization
established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued
by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
C29/C29M Test Method for Bulk Density (“Unit Weight”) and Voids in Aggregate
C88C88/C88M Test Method for Soundness of Aggregates by Use of Sodium Sulfate or Magnesium Sulfate
C125 Terminology Relating to Concrete and Concrete Aggregates
C131C131/C131M Test Method for Resistance to Degradation of Small-Size Coarse Aggregate by Abrasion and Impact in the
Los Angeles Machine
C136C136/C136M Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Fine and Coarse Aggregates
C142C142/C142M Test Method for Clay Lumps and Friable Particles in Aggregates
C294 Descriptive Nomenclature for Constituents of Concrete Aggregates
D8 Terminology Relating to Materials for Roads and Pavements
D75D75/D75M Practice for Sampling Aggregates
D448 Classification for Sizes of Aggregate for Road and Bridge Construction
D692D692/D692M Specification for Coarse Aggregate for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
D693 Specification for Crushed Aggregate for Macadam Pavements (Withdrawn 2008)
D1139D1139/D1139M Specification for Aggregate for Single or Multiple Bituminous Surface Treatments
D2489D2489/D2489M Test Method for Estimating Degree of Particle Coating of Asphalt Mixtures
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D04 on Road and Paving Materials and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D04.50 on Aggregate
Specifications.
Current edition approved June 1, 2015Nov. 1, 2019. Published July 2015November 2019. Originally approved in 1997. Last previous edition approved in 20132015 as
D6155 – 13.D6155 – 15. DOI: 10.1520/D6155-15.10.1520/D6155-19.
For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
The last approved version of this historical standard is referenced on www.astm.org.
Copyright © ASTM International, 100 Barr Harbor Drive, PO Box C700, West Conshohocken, PA 19428-2959. United States
D6155 − 19
D3319 Practice for the Accelerated Polishing of Aggregates Using the British Wheel
D3515 Specification for Hot-Mixed, Hot-Laid Bituminous Paving Mixtures (Withdrawn 2009)
D3665 Practice for Random Sampling of Construction Materials
D4215 Specification for Cold-Mixed, Cold-Laid Bituminous Paving Mixtures
D4792D4792/D4792M Test Method for Potential Expansion of Aggregates from Hydration Reactions
D4867/D4867M Test Method for Effect of Moisture on Asphalt Concrete Paving Mixtures
D5106 Specification for Steel Slag Aggregates for Bituminous Paving Mixtures
D5711 Test Method for Determining the Adherent Coating on Coarse Aggregates (Withdrawn 2012)
D5821 Test Method for Determining the Percentage of Fractured Particles in Coarse Aggregate
E11 Specification for Woven Wire Test Sieve Cloth and Test Sieves
2.2 U. S. U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Standards:Standard:
SW846 1311 EPA Test Method, Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedure
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For defining aggregate types, see Descriptive Nomenclature C294 and Terminologies C125 and D8.
4. Ordering Information
4.1 Orders for the material under this specification shall include the following information:
4.1.1 The specification designation and year of issue,
4.1.2 The size number as given in Classification D448 or grading to be furnished,
4.1.3 The quantity required,
4.1.4 Use of the coarse aggregate, whether for conventional mixtures or open-graded friction course mixtures (see 5.3 and 5.4),
and whether for surface courses or base courses,
4.1.5 In case of sulfate soundness tests, which salt is to be used,
4.1.6 Any angularity requirements, and
4.1.7 Any special requirements.
5. Physical Properties
5.1 General—The coarse aggregate shall consist of hard, strong, durable pieces, free of adherent coatings and conforming to
the requirements of this specification.
5.2 Grading—The grading shall conform to one of the following subparagraphs:
5.2.1 The coarse aggregate grading shall conform to the requirements of Classification D448 for the size number designated in
the order. The size to be used is dependent upon the desired composition of the paving mixture,mixture and the required size or
sizes either before or after blending as specified.
5.2.2 Th
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