GUIDE SCHEDULE OF SAMPLING & TESTING

MAY 2016
Using the Guide Schedule
Research of sampling and testing rates listed for project tests in the following Guide Schedule show that the Departments and the Contractors risk of
either rejecting good material or accepting bad material range from 20% to 40%.

To reduce this risk, we recommend that the sampling rate be increased during initial production. A four-fold increase in testing frequency will generally
reduce risk to approximately 5%. The intent of increasing testing at the start of production is to insure that the Contractors processes are in control and to
establish acceptability requirements early.

There is a need to increase the frequency of testing for high-variability materials and when testing results do not meet specifications. The Engineer may
require the Contractor to reimburse the Department for costs resulting from failing test results, in accordance with the specifications.

Materials incorporated in TxDOT projects are subjected to various quality assurance procedures such as testing (as outlined in this document), certification,
quality monitoring, approved lists, etc. The Engineer and testing staff should familiarize themselves with materials to be used before work begins by
reviewing the specifications and this document. Discuss material testing requirements with the Contractor.

Other testing required by the specifications, but not shown in the Guide Schedule, should be performed at a frequency necessary to provide adequate
confidence that materials meet specifications.

NOTE: For projects subject to FHWA construction oversight activities, use the Letter of Certification of Materials Used" to document reasons for material
acceptance when a test fails. For all other projects, document the justification and explanation for acceptance of materials that fail project tests in the
project file.

Assuring the quality of the product and proper incorporation of materials into the project begins with proper sampling practices. Sampling, testing, and
construction inspection must be performed collaboratively to assure the specific attributes of the finished product reflect quality workmanship. Sampling
guidance for hot-mixed asphalt is contained in Tex-225-F, Random Selection of Bituminous Mixture Samples, and the respective specification for that
material. All remaining materials are covered by method and materials specifications, to which the following applies.

For acceptance testing, especially that which directly determines payment for the Contractor, sampling personnel should provide randomness in sampling
by avoiding patterned sampling routines. Examples of such sampling practices are as follows:

Soils/flexible base: Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, windrow, and project site. Vary the time of day sampling is
performed.

Aggregates: Sample aggregates nearest the point of incorporation into the work. Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed
stockpile, belt sampling, and if deemed necessary, railroad cars/trucks. Vary the time of day sampling is performed.

Concrete (structural and miscellaneous: Always sample as near as practicable to the point of placement. For strength testing, vary the time of day
or the number of truck from which the concrete is sampled. Tests for slump, air, and temperature should be done often to ensure the consistent
control of the concrete production (not applicable to miscellaneous concrete).

This Guide Schedule is applicable to all contracts associated with the 2014 Standard Specifications.
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Testing frequency may need to be increased for high material variability or when test results approach specification limits.

TABLE I EMBANKMENTS, SUBGRADES, BACKFILL, AND BASE COURSES

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (F)
For Type A embankment or when required by the
Liquid Limit Materials with plans. This test may be waived for embankment
Tex-104-E
(A) PI 15: 10,000 CY cuts as directed by the Engineer. Determine a new
liquid limit and plasticity index for each different
Plasticity Index Materials with material or notable change in material.
Tex-106-E
(A) During stockpiling PI > 15: 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
operations, from When shown on plans. This test may be waived for
completed stockpile, or embankment cuts, as directed by the Engineer.
Gradation Tex-110-E Each 10,000 CY
project site
(B) Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
Not required for ordinary compaction. Determine a
new optimum moisture and maximum density for
As directed by the each different material or notable change in
Moisture/Density Tex-114-E
EMBANKMENT Engineer material.
(CUTS & FILLS) Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
Not required for ordinary compaction. Determine a
new optimum moisture and maximum density
Fill: each 5,000 CY
according to Tex-114-E for each different material
min. 1 per lift.
or notable change in material.
Correct the moisture contents measured by nuclear
In-place Density As designated by the density gauge in Tex-115-E with the moisture
Tex-115-E
(A) Engineer contents determined in accordance with Tex-103-E,
as necessary for control, for each different material
Cut: each 6,000 LF or notable change in material and adjust the
density accordingly. Materials such as RAP,
gypsum, lime, cement, and iron ore tend to bias the
counts for nuclear density gauges.
As shown above for As shown above for As shown above for
RETAINING WALL
Embankment Embankment Embankment Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
(NON-SELECT BACKFILL)
(Cuts and Fills) (Cuts and Fills) (Cuts and Fills)
During stockpiling
operations, from
Gradation Tex-110-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
project site
(B)
During stockpiling For material with resistivity between 1,500 and
Resistivity operations, from 3,000 ohm-cm, determine chloride and sulfate
RETAINING WALL
Tex-129-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY content, as specified in Item 423.
(SELECT BACKFILL) (A)
project site
(B) Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
During stockpiling
pH operations, from
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TABLE I EMBANKMENTS, SUBGRADES, BACKFILL, AND BASE COURSES

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (F)
Test when backfill sources appear to contain
During stockpiling particles such as shale, caliche, or other soft, poor-
1 per source, per
Soundness Tex-411-A operations, or from durability particles.
project
completed stockpile
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.

RETAINING WALL Not required for rock backfill. For walls greater than
(SELECT BACKFILL) 500 ft. in length, perform one test per lift for every
(continued) 500 ft. in length. (F)
In-place Density As designated by the 1 per backfill lift, Correct the moisture contents measured by nuclear
Tex-115-E
(A) Engineer. per wall density gauge in Tex-115-E with the moisture
contents determined in accordance with Tex-103-E
for each different material or notable change in
material and adjust the density accordingly.
During stockpiling
operations, from
Liquid Limit
Tex-104-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A) windrow
(B)
During stockpiling
operations, from
Plasticity Index
Tex-106-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY
(A) windrow
(B)
During stockpiling
operations, from
Gradation
Tex-110-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A) windrow
UNTREATED BASE (B)
COURSES
From completed Not required for ordinary compaction.
Moisture/Density Tex-113-E stockpile at the source Each 20,000 CY
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(E)
From completed
Wet Ball Mill As required by the plans.
Tex-116-E stockpile at the source Each 20,000 CY
(A) Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(E)
As required by the plans. When base material is
from a source where the District has a record of
satisfactory triaxial results, the frequency of testing
From completed may be reduced to one per 30,000 CY. If any one
Strength
Tex-117-E stockpile at the source Each 20,000 CY test falls below the minimum value required, the
(A)
(E) frequency of testing will return to the original
frequency of 20,000 CY.
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.

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TABLE I EMBANKMENTS, SUBGRADES, BACKFILL, AND BASE COURSES

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (F)
Correct the moisture contents measured by nuclear
density gauge in Tex-115-E with the moisture
contents determined in accordance with Tex-103-E,
In-place Density As designated by the Each 3,000 CY, as necessary for control, for each different material
Tex-115-E or notable change in material and adjust the
UNTREATED BASE (A) Engineer min. 1 per lift
density accordingly. Materials such as RAP,
COURSES
gypsum, lime, cement, and iron ore tend to bias the
counts for nuclear density gauges.
Thickness As designated by the Not required where survey grade control documents
Tex-140-E Each 3,000 CY
(A) Engineer compliance.
Required for existing subgrade material and
material imported from a borrow source. Soil survey
As designated by the 1 per 500 linear and geologic maps may be used to determine
Organic Content Tex-148-E
Engineer feet or 5,000 CY sampling locations.
SUBGRADE Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
BEFORE
TREATMENT Required for existing subgrade material and
material imported from a borrow source. Soil survey
As designated by the 1 per 500 linear and geologic maps may be used to determine
Sulfate Content Tex-145-E
Engineer feet or 5,000 CY sampling locations.
Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
During stockpiling
operations, from When central mix site or plant is used, windrow
Liquid Limit sampling may be waived.
TREATED Tex-104-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY
(A)
SUBGRADE AND windrow Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
BASE COURSES (B)
During stockpiling
operations, from
Plasticity Index
Tex-106-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY
(A)
NEW BASE windrow
MATERIAL (B)
During stockpiling
operations, from
Gradation
Tex-110-E completed stockpile, or Each 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A)
windrow
(B)
From completed As required by the plans.
Wet Ball Mill
Tex-116-E stockpile at the source Each 20,000 CY
(A) Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(E)

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TABLE I EMBANKMENTS, SUBGRADES, BACKFILL, AND BASE COURSES

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (F)
As required by the plans. When base material is from
a source where the District has a record of
From completed satisfactory triaxial results, the frequency of testing
NEW BASE Strength
Tex-117-E stockpile at the source Each 20,000 CY may be reduced to one per 30,000 CY. If any one
MATERIAL (A) test falls below the minimum value required, the
(E)
frequency of testing will return to the original
frequency of 20,000 CY.
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.Verify the
source is listed on the current Material Producer
Commercial Lime List for Lime. Only materials appearing on the
Slurry: each 200 Material Producer List will be accepted. Sample
tons of lime frequency for Carbide Lime Slurry may be increased
Compliance with
LIME Tex-600-J During delivery to project Carbide Lime as directed by the Engineer.
DMS-6350
Slurry: each 100
For Hydrated Lime and Quick Lime project testing is
tons of lime
not required but it is encouraged to sample and
test the material at a rate of 1 per project as a best
practice.
Verify the source is listed on the current Material
Compliance with Railroad car, truck, or
CEMENT Producer List for Cement. If not, sample and test in
DMS-4600 cement bins
TREATED accordance with DMS-4600. (C)
SUBGRADE AND Verify the source is listed on the current Material
BASE COURSES Producer List for Fly Ash. Only materials from
Project samples at CST/M&P approved sources appearing on the
FLY ASH Compliance with
location designated by Material Producer List for Fly Ash will be accepted.
MATERIAL DMS-4615 Project testing is not required but it is encouraged
the Engineer
to sample and test the material at a rate of 1 per
project as a best practice. (C)
At the beginning of the project, one test must be
made for each 4,500 CY or 6,000 tons until the
Tex-101-E Roadway, after As necessary for Engineer is satisfied that acceptable pulverization
Pulverization Gradation
Part III pulverization and mixing control results are being obtained.
Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
Not required for ordinary compaction. Determine a
COMPLETE new moisture/density curve for each different or
MIXTURE notable change in material. Perform Tex-120-E,
From roadway windrow Part II, for Cement Treated Material, and Tex-121-E,
Soil-Cement Testing Tex-120-E, Part II, or Part II, for Lime, Lime-Fly Ash, or Fly Ash Treated
after treatment Each 20,000 CY
Soil-Lime Testing Tex-121-E, Part II Material. If Tex-120-E, Part I, Tex-121-E, Part I, or
(E)
Tex-127-E is performed prior to the project, this test
may be waived.
Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.

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TABLE I EMBANKMENTS, SUBGRADES, BACKFILL, AND BASE COURSES

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (F)
Perform Tex-120-E, Part I, on cement treated
material, and Tex-121-E, Part I, for lime-fly ash or fly
Tex-120-E, Part I, ash treated material. Verifies the field strength by
Soil-Cement Testing From roadway windrow As necessary for
Tex-121-E, Part I, or comparing results from the mix design. Performed
Soil-Lime Testing after treatment control
Tex-127-E at the discretion of Engineer.
Sample in accordance with Tex-100-E.
Determine the appropriate moisture/density curve
for each different material or notable change in
TREATED material. Correct the moisture contents measured
COMPLETE
SUBGRADE AND by nuclear density gauge in Tex-115-E with the
MIXTURE
BASE COURSES In-place Density As designated by the Each 3,000 CY, moisture contents determined in accordance with
Tex-115-E Tex-103-E, as necessary for control, for each
(A) Engineer min 1 per lift
different material or notable change in material and
adjust the density accordingly. Stabilizers and
materials such as RAP, gypsum, and iron ore tend
to bias the counts for nuclear density gauges.

Thickness As designated by the Not required where survey grade control documents
Tex-140-E Each 3,000 CY
(A) Engineer are used for compliance
Required only for contractor furnished recycled
material, including crushed concrete. Not required
Sulfate Content Tex-145-E During stockpiling Each 5,000 CY for RAP.
operations, from Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
completed stockpile, or
RECLAIMED ASPHALT PAVEMENT windrow Required only for contractor furnished recycled
(RAP), CRUSHED CONCRETE, and Deleterious Material Tex-413-A Each 5,000 CY material, including crushed concrete.
RECYCLED MATERIALS Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
During stockpiling
operations, from Required only for contractor furnished RAP.
Decantation Tex-406-A Each 5,000 CY
completed stockpile, or Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
windrow

TABLE I FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
Engineer will select any of these locations or any combinations thereof with the provision that the initial sample will be obtained from the completed stockpile at the source and at least
B
one out of ten consecutive samples will be taken at the project site (from the windrow for treated and untreated bases and embankments when possible).
C Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.

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 This is a guide for minimum sampling and testing.
Testing frequency may need to be increased for high material variability or when test results approach specification limits.

For acceptance testing, especially that which directly determines payment for the Contractor, sampling personnel should provide randomness in sampling by avoiding patterned
sampling routines. Examples of such sampling practices are as follows:
D Soils/Flexible Base: For gradation, liquid limit, and plastic limit, vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, windrow, and project site. Vary the time of
day sampling is performed.
Aggregates: Sample aggregates nearest the point of incorporation into the work. Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, belt sampling, and if
deemed necessary, railroad cars/trucks. Vary the time of day sampling is performed.
E The Engineer will sample from the completed stockpile at the source and test prior to placement.
F Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE IA ASPHALT STABILIZED BASE (Plant Mix)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (C) SAMPLING (D)
During stockpiling
Gradation Tex-200-F, operations, from
Each 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A) Part I completed stockpile, or
prior to mixing
During stockpiling
Liquid Limit operations, from
Tex-104-E Each 5,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A) completed stockpile, or
prior to mixing
During stockpiling
Plasticity Index operations, from
Tex-106-E Each 5,000 CY
(A) completed stockpile, or
prior to mixing
AGGREGATE When L. A. Abrasion is specified, tests are not required
During stockpiling when the published value of the source, as listed on
Wet Ball Mill or
Tex-116-E or operations, from the current Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets
L. A. Abrasion Each 20,000 CY
Tex-410-A completed stockpile, or the project specifications.
(A)
prior to mixing
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A. (B)

Coarse Aggregate During stockpiling

Tex-460-A, operations, from 1 per project, per Not required for crushed stone sources.
Angularity
Part I completed stockpile, or source Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A) prior to mixing
When designated by the Engineer, test may be run on
Hot aggregate bins, 1 per project, per combined aggregates when multiple sources are used.
Sand Equivalent Tex-203-F
feeder belt, or stockpile source
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
Hydrated Lime: 1
per project
Commercial Lime
Slurry: each 200
tons of lime (D) On projects requiring less than 50 tons, material from
Compliance with During delivery to the
LIME CST/M&P approved sources may be accepted on the
DMS-6350 project Carbide Lime basis of Producers Certification without sampling.
Slurry: each 100
tons of lime (D)
Quick Lime: 1 per
project
During stockpiling
RECLAIMED ASPHALT
Tex-217-F, operations, from
PAVEMENT (RAP), and Decantation Each 10,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
Part II completed stockpile, or
RECYCLED AGGREGATE
prior to mixing

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TABLE IA ASPHALT STABILIZED BASE (Plant Mix)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (C) SAMPLING (D)

During stockpiling
RECYCLED ASPHALT Tex-217-F, operations, from
Decantation Each 10,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
SHINGLES (RAS) Part III completed stockpile, or
prior to mixing

Test at least one sample taken from the project.

Sampled, tested and Sample tack coat at the distributor on the roadway in
1 each for binder
Compliance with Item preapproved by accordance with Tex-500-C, Part III. Sample binder at
and tack coat per
ASPHALT BINDER 300 Binder and Tack CST/M&P. Take project hot mix plant in accordance with Tex-500-C, Part II.
project, per grade,
Coat samples when designated
per source Binder should arrive on the project pre-approved. If not
by the Engineer.
pre-approved, sample binder before use.

Laboratory Density Plant Mix 20,000 CY

Tex-126-E Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
(A) (C) (25,000 tons)

Each 1,500 CY Determine asphalt content correlation factors for

Percent Asphalt Plant Mix ignition oven at a minimum of one per project.
Tex-236-F (2,000 tons) or
(A) (C)
days production Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
COMPLETE MIXTURE

Indirect Tensile 1 per project, per

Tex-226-F Plant Mix Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Strength Dry design

As designated by the 1 per project, per This test may be waived, when shown on the plans.
Moisture Susceptibility Tex-530-C
Engineer design Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Roadway cores, as Not required for ordinary compaction or when air void
Each 2,500 CY
In-Place Air Voids designated by the requirements are waived.
ROADWAY Tex-207-F (3,000 tons) or
(A) Engineer
days production Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
(C, D)

TABLE IA FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
Engineer will select any of these locations or any combinations thereof with the provision that at least one out of ten consecutive samples will be taken at the project site (from the
B
windrow for treated and untreated bases and embankments when possible).
For acceptance testing, especially that which directly determines payment for the Contractor, sampling personnel should provide randomness in sampling by avoiding patterned
sampling routines. Examples of such sampling practices are as follows:
C
Soils/flexible base: Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, windrow, and project site. Vary the time of day sampling is performed.
Aggregates: Sample aggregates nearest the point of incorporation into the work. Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, belt sampling, and if
deemed necessary, railroad cars/trucks. Vary the time of day sampling is performed.
D Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.
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TABLE II SEAL COAT

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (C) SAMPLING (D)
Rate may be reduced to one each 2,000 CY if the
Gradation Stockpile (At source or at One each 1,000 CY Engineer approves a contractor quality control plan.
Tex-200-F, Part I
(A) point of delivery)
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Verify the published value of the source, as listed on
the current Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets
L. A. Abrasion the project specifications. If not, sample and test at 1
Tex-410-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
(A) per 20,000 CY prior to use.
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. (B)
Verify the published value of the source, as listed on
the current Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets
Magnesium Soundness the project specifications. If not, sample and test at 1
Tex-411-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
(A) per 20,000 CY prior to use.
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. (B)
Verify the published value of the source, as listed on
Surface Aggregate the current Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets
Tex-612-J, the project specifications. If not, sample and test at 1
Classification Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
Tex-411-A per 20,000 CY prior to use.
(A)
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. (B)
Same as above. Required only for lightweight
Pressure Slake aggregate.
AGGREGATE Tex-431-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
(A)
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Same as above. Required only for lightweight
Freeze Thaw aggregate.
Tex-432-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
(A)
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Same as above. Required only for lightweight
Unit Weight Tex-404-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY aggregate.
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Same as above. Required only for lightweight
24 hr Water Absorption aggregate.
Tex-433-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
(A)
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Coarse Aggregate Only required for crushed gravel.
Tex-460-A Stockpile 1 per 20,000 CY
Angularity Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Deleterious Material Tex-217-F, Not required for lightweight aggregate.
Stockpile 1 per 10,000 CY
(A) Part I Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Decantation
Tex-406-A Stockpile 1 per 10,000 CY Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
(A)
Frequency as
Flakiness Index Tex-224-F Stockpile directed by the Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Engineer
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TABLE II SEAL COAT

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (C) SAMPLING (D)
Compare result to published value listed on the current
Material Producer List for BRSQC. Submit sample to
1 per project or as CST/M&P for Soundness and L.A. Abrasion testing
Micro Deval Tex-461-A Stockpile necessary for when results differ by more than 3% points, unless
control otherwise directed by the Engineer. Sample in
accordance with Tex-221-F.
Required only for Limestone Rock Asphalt. Not
White Rock Count Tex-220-F Stockpile required when CST/M&P provides inspection at the
plant. Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Required only for Limestone Rock Asphalt. Not
Naturally Impregnated required when CST/M&P provides inspection at the
Tex-236-F Stockpile
Bitumen Content plant. Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Frequency as
directed by the
PRECOATED AGGREGATE Asphalt Content Tex-236-F Stockpile Engineer when a Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
target value is
specified
Sampled, tested, and
preapproved by
CST/M&P. Take project Sample in accordance with Tex-500-C. Binder should
Compliance with 1 per project, per
ASPHALT samples when arrive on the project pre-approved. If not pre-approved,
Item 300 grade, per source
designated by the sample binder before use.
Engineer from the
distributor or transport.

TABLE II FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
B Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
For acceptance testing, especially that which directly determines payment for the Contractor, sampling personnel should provide randomness in sampling by avoiding patterned
C sampling routines. Examples of such sampling practices are as follows:
Aggregates: Sample aggregates nearest the point of incorporation into the work. Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, belt sampling, and if
deemed necessary, railroad cars/trucks. Vary the time of day sampling is performed.
D Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE III HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE STRUCTURAL (Classes: C, F, H, S, CO, K, LMC, or SS)
PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (E)
Each 20,000 CY of
Decantation
Tex-406-A concrete (each Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(B)
source)
Each 1,000 CY of Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
Sieve Analysis
Tex-401-A concrete (each
(A) (B) Test combined aggregate when used.
source)
1 per project or as
Deleterious Materials
Tex-413-A necessary for Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
COARSE (B) From stockpile at control
AGGREGATE concrete plant
Verify the value of the source, as listed on the current
Material Producer list for CRSQC, meets the project
Los Angeles Abrasion
Tex-410-A Two, each source specifications. If not, sample and submit to CST/M&P
(A) (B) for testing prior to use in accordance with Tex-499-A.
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A. (C)
5-cycle Magnesium
Sulfate Soundness Verify the value of the source, as listed on the current
Tex-411-A Two, each source
CRSQC, meets the project specifications. (C)
(A) (B)
1 per project or as Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
Sand Equivalent
MINERAL Tex-203-F necessary for
(B) Test combined aggregate when used.
AGGREGATE control
Organic Impurities 1 per project, per
Tex-408-A Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(B) source
Each 1,000 CY of
Sieve Analysis
Tex-401-A concrete (each Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
(A) (B)
source)
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
1 per project or as
Fineness Modulus Test combined aggregate when used. Test to confirm
FINE Tex-402-A From stockpile at necessary for
AGGREGATE (B) concrete plant material variability when strength values are in
control
question.
1 per project or as Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
Deleterious Material
Tex-413-A necessary for Test to confirm material variability when strength
(B)
control values are in question.
Only for concrete subject to direct traffic. Verify the
value of the source, as listed on the current CRSQC,
Acid Insoluble Residue meets the project specifications. If not, sample and
Tex-612-J Two, each source submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in
(A) (B)
accordance with Tex-499-A.
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A. (C)
Compliance with 1 per project, per
Railroad car, truck, bags class of concrete
SILICA FUME DMS-4630 Sample in accordance with Tex-320-D.
or silos (For each type and
(A) brand)
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TABLE III HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE STRUCTURAL (Classes: C, F, H, S, CO, K, LMC, or SS)
PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (E)
Compliance with 1 per project, per
Railroad car, truck or class of concrete
METAKAOLIN DMS-4635
silos (For each type and
(A) brand)
Verify if cement, fly ash, slag cement, and chemical
admixture sources are listed on the Material Producer
Lists. If not, sample and submit to CST/M&P for
Compliance with testing. Water testing is contracted by the concrete
At source (if not Min. 1 design per
MIX DESIGN Standard Specification supplier (commercial lab report to be reviewed by
approved) class, per source
Item 421.4.A TxDOT).
Sample in accordance with Tex-300-D for cement and
in accordance with Tex-733-I for fly ash.
Sample in accordance with Tex-500-C.
Compliance with Verify the source is listed on the Material Producer List
JOINT MATERIAL
DMS-6300 for Joint Sealers. If not, sample and test prior to use in
accordance with DMS-6310. (C)
Only products listed on the Material Producer List for
Sampled at jobsite; Concrete Curing Compounds will be allowed. When
Compliance with When requested by sample is requested by CST, sample in accordance
CURING COMPOUND tested by CST/M&P. See
DMS-4650 CST with Tex-718-I. Ensure container has been agitated
remarks.
and mixed prior to sampling. (C)
Compliance with Only products listed on the Material Producer list for
EVAPORATION RETARDANTS Evaporation Retardants will be allowed. (C)
DMS-4650
Compliance with the Only materials from CST/M&P approved sources listed
REINFORCING STEEL Std. Specifications & As Specified on the Material Producer Lists for Reinforcing Steel
Spec. Provisions Mills and Seven Wire Steel Strand will be allowed. (C)
3 couplers per lot
Only materials from CST/M&P approved sources listed
Compliance with Sampled at jobsite; (500 couplers) for
MECHANICAL COUPLERS Tex-743-I on the Material Producer List for Mechanical Couplers
DMS-4510 Tested by CST/M&P each type, model,
will be allowed. (C)
bar size and grade
Compliance with
Min. of 1 test per
LATEX DMS-4640 for concrete Sampled at jobsite. Sample in accordance with Tex-321-E.
project
chemical admixtures
Verify the source is listed on the Material Producer List
Compliance with Sampled at jobsite if not for Epoxies and Adhesives. If not, sample and test prior
1 per batch or
EPOXY DMS-6100, unless pre-approved by to use in accordance with DMS-6100.
shipment
otherwise specified CST/M&P.
Sample in accordance with Tex-734-I. (C)

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TABLE III HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE STRUCTURAL (Classes: C, F, H, S, CO, K, LMC, or SS)
PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (D) SAMPLING (E)
4 cylinders for each
60 CY per class, Sampling must be in accordance with Tex-407-A.
per day Test two cylinders at 7 days, and if the average value is
(For bridge railing below the design strength as defined in Item 421
Compressive Strength and traffic railing, Table 8, test the remaining 2 cylinders at 28 days. If
CONCRETE Tex-418-A
(A) testing may be the average value of the 2 cylinders tested at 7 days
reduced to 4 meets the minimum design strength listed in Item 421
cylinders per 180 Table 8, the 2 remaining cylinders are not required to
CY per class be tested.
regardless of days)
At point of concrete Sample in accordance with Tex-407-A.
placement
Slump Tex-415-A Perform slump and temperature tests on the same
load from which strength test specimens are made.
Perform entrained air test only when entrained air
1 test per 4 concrete is specified in the plans.
Entrained Air Tex-416-A or strength
specimens Check temperature of every load for bridge slabs and
(A) Tex-414-A mass concrete placements.
CONCRETE
Temperature of Contractors required testing will be in accordance with
Concrete Tex-422-A specification requirements for the appropriate
(A) specification Item #.
During dry run and during
Slab Thickness and Tex-423-A, concrete placement
1 per span Min 6Max 18 locations per span
Depth of Reinforcement Part II (Bridge decks and direct
traffic culverts)

TABLE III FOOTNOTES

When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
B These Project Tests may be used for one or more projects being furnished concrete from the same plant during the same period.
C Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
For acceptance testing, especially that which directly determines payment for the Contractor, sampling personnel should provide randomness in sampling by avoiding patterned
sampling routines. Examples of such sampling practices are as follows:
Aggregates: Sample aggregates nearest the point of incorporation into the work. Vary sampling between stockpiling operations, completed stockpile, and if deemed necessary,
D
railroad cars/trucks. Vary the time of day sampling is performed.
Concrete (structural): Always sample as near as practicable to the point of placement. For strength testing, vary the time of day or the number of truck from which the concrete
is sampled. Test often for slump, air, and temperature to ensure the consistent control of the concrete production.
E Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE IV HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE NON-STRUCTURAL CONCRETE (Classes: A, B, or E)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (B) SAMPLING (C)
Compressive Sampling must be in accordance with Tex-407-A.
At point of concrete 2 cylinders per 180 CY,
CONCRETE Strength Tex-418-A
placement per class Strength will be determined by 7-day specimens.
(A)
Verify if cement, fly ash, slag cement, and chemical
admixture sources are listed on the Material Producer
Compliance with Lists. If not, sample and submit to CST/M&P for testing.
At source if not Min. 1 design per class, Sample in accordance with Tex-300-D for cement and in
MIX DESIGN the Standard
approved. per source accordance with Tex-733-I for fly ash. Water testing is
Specification
contracted by the concrete supplier (commercial lab report
to be reviewed by TxDOT).
1 test per project,
Compliance with Railroad car, truck, per class
SILICA FUME
DMS-4630 bags or silos (for each type and
brand)
Sample in accordance with Tex-320-D.
1 test per project,
Compliance with Railroad car, truck or per class
METAKAOLIN
DMS-4635 silos (for each type and
brand)

TABLE IV FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
For acceptance testing, especially that which directly determines payment for the Contractor, sampling personnel should provide randomness in sampling by avoiding patterned
B sampling routines. Examples of such sampling practices are as follows:
Concrete (miscellaneous): Always sample as near as practicable to the point of placement. For strength testing, vary the time of day or the number of truck from which the
concrete is sampled.
C Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE V HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Classes: P or HES)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING SAMPLING (D)
Each 20,000 CY of
Decantation Tex-406-A Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
concrete (each source)
Sieve Analysis Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
Tex-401-A As necessary for control
(A) Test combined aggregate when used.
Deleterious Each 20,000 CY of
Tex-413-A Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
COARSE Materials From stockpile at concrete (each source)
AGGREGATE L.A. Abrasion concrete plant
Tex-410-A
(A) Verify the value of the source, as listed on the current
5-Cycle CRSQC, meets the project specifications. If not, sample
Magnesium Two, each source and submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in
Sulfate Tex-411-A accordance with Tex-499-A.
Soundness Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A. (C)
(A)
Each 3,000 CY of Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
concrete (Each source
MINERAL Sand Equivalent Tex-203-F Test combined aggregate when used. No less than one per
or combination of
AGGREGATE sources) weeks production.

1 per project, per

Organic Impurities Tex-408-A Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
source
Sieve Analysis
Tex-401-A
(A) Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
As necessary for control
FINE Fineness Modulus From stockpile at Test combined aggregate when used.
AGGREGATE Tex-402-A concrete plant
(B)
Deleterious
Each 20,000 CY of
Material Tex-413-A Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A.
concrete (each source)
(B)
Verify the value of the source, as listed on the current
CRSQC, meets the project specifications. If not, sample
Acid Insoluble 1 per project, per and submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in
Tex-612-J
(A) source accordance with Tex-499-A.
Sample in accordance with Tex-400-A. (C)
Verify if cement, fly ash, ground granulated blast furnace
slag, and admixture sources are listed on the Material
Compliance with Producer List. If not, sample and submit to CST/M&P for
the Standard At source, if not Min. 1 design, per class, testing. Sample in accordance with Tex-300-D for cement
MIX DESIGN
Specifications approved per source and in accordance with Tex-733-I for fly ash. Water testing
Item 421.4.A is contracted by the concrete supplier (commercial lab
report to be reviewed by TxDOT).

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TABLE V HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Classes: P or HES)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING SAMPLING (D)
1 per project per class
Compliance with Railroad car, truck, of concrete
SILICA FUME Sample in accordance with Tex-320-D.
DMS-4630 bags or silos (For each type and
brand)
1 per project per class
Compliance with Railroad car, truck or of concrete
METAKAOLIN Sample in accordance with Tex-320-D.
DMS-4635 silos (For each type and
brand)
Sampled at jobsite if
not sampled at source Sample in accordance with Tex-500-C.
Compliance with
JOINT MATERIAL by CST/M&P; tested by 1 per batch or shipment Sampling may be waived when the source is listed on the
DMS-6310
CST/M&P. See Material Producer List for Joint Sealers. (C)
remarks.
Only products listed on the Material Producer List for
Sampled at jobsite; Concrete Curing Compounds will be allowed. When sample
Compliance with
CURING COMPOUND tested by CST/M&P. When requested by CST is requested by CST, sample in accordance with Tex-718-I.
DMS-4650 Ensure container has been agitated and mixed prior to
See remarks.
sampling. (C)

EVAPORATION Compliance with Only products listed on the Material Producer List for
RETARDANTS DMS-4650 Evaporation Retardants will be allowed. (C)

Compliance with
Only materials from CST/M&P approved sources listed on
the Std.
REINFORCING STEEL As Specified the Material Producer List for Reinforcing Steel Mills and
Specifications &
Seven Wire Steel Strand will be accepted. (C)
Spec. Provisions
Sampled at jobsite if Only materials from CST/M&P approved sources listed on
not sampled at source the Material Producer List for Multiple Piece Tie-bars for
Compliance with Refer to Tex-711-I for
MULTIPLE PIECE TIE BARS Tex-712-I by CST/M&P; tested by Concrete Pavements will be allowed. Sample in
DMS-4515 sampling rates
CST/M&P. See accordance with Tex-734-I.
remarks.
Sampled at jobsite if Verify the source is listed on the Material Producer List for
Compliance with not pre-approved by Epoxies and Adhesives. If not, sample and test prior to use
EPOXY 1 batch per shipment in accordance with DMS-6100. Sample in accordance with
DMS-6100 CST/M&P. See
remarks. Tex-734-I. (C)

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TABLE V HYDRAULIC CEMENT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Classes: P or HES)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OR TIME OF FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING SAMPLING (D)
Sample in accordance with Tex-407-A.
When the contract requires the project testing to be by the
Engineer, the frequency and job control testing will be in
accordance with the item of work.
Split sample verification testing used when contractor
performs job control testing.
2 cylinders for every
Strength Tex-448-A or At point of concrete When job control testing by the contractor is waived by the
10 contractor job
(A) (B) Tex-418-A placement plans, the frequency of sampling will be one test
control tests
(2 specimens) for each 3,000 SY of concrete or fraction
thereof or per day and split sample verification testing will
be waived.
Contractors required testing will be in accordance with
specification requirements for the appropriate
specification Item #.

Slump Tex-415-A Sample in accordance with Tex-407-A.

Slump is not required for slip-formed pavement.
CONCRETE Perform slump and temperature tests on the same load
At time and location 1 test for every from which the strength specimens are made.
Entrained Air Tex-416-A or strength specimens 10 contractor job Perform entrained air test only when entrained air
(A) Tex-414-A are made control tests. concrete is specified in the plans.
Contractors required testing will be in accordance with
specification requirements for the appropriate
Temperature Tex-422-A specification Item #.

Center of paving Methods other than Tex-423-A may be shown on the

Thickness Tex-423-A Every 500 feet
machine plans.

Engineer may verify contractors results for surface test

Ride Quality Type B. For traditional design-bid-build TxDOT projects,
Surface Test Final riding surface of CST has contracted with TTI to perform random ride
Tex-1001-S verification at 10% frequency.
Type B travel lanes
(A) Results from surface test Type A are not required to be
reported.

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TABLE V FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
B When a project test does not meet the specified strength requirements and a reduced pay factor is assigned, document the analysis on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used.
C Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
D Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE VI ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Items 341, 342, 344, 346, 347 and 348)
(All testing as noted in Table VI may be waived for exempt production as defined by specification.)
PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION FREQUENCY OF
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
(Per Design) SAMPLING (E)
L. A. Abrasion
Tex-410-A
(A)
1 per project, per Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current
Magnesium Sulfate source Material Producer list for BRSQC, meets the project
Soundness Tex-411-A specifications. If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and
(A) Stockpile submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance with
COARSE AGGREGATE Surface Aggregate Tex-499-A. (C)
(B) 1 per project, per
Classification Tex-499-A
source
(A)
Not required when the Rated Source Soundness Magnesium
1 per project, per loss is 15 or less as listed on the current published BRSQC. If
Micro Deval Tex-461-A
aggregate source testing is required, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Stockpiles, hot Does not apply to Item 342.
1 per project, per
COMBINED AGGREGATE Sand Equivalent Tex-203-F bins or feeder Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. The timing of when the
source, per design
belts test is performed is at the discretion of the Engineer.
Sampled, tested
Compliance with Item and pre-approved Test a minimum of one sample taken from the project. Sample
1 each for binder
300 by CST/M&P. tack coat at the distributor on the roadway in accordance with
and tack coat per
ASPHALT BINDER Project test Tex-500C, Part III. Sample binder at hot mix plant in accordance
Binder & Tack Coat project, per grade,
sampled at the with Tex-500-C, Part II. Binder should arrive on the project pre-
(A) per source
Plant for Binder & approved. If not pre-approved, sample binder before use.
Road for Tack Coat
Verify that aggregates, recycled asphalt pavement, recycled
asphalt shingles, mineral filler, asphalt binder, anti-stripping
Compliance with Min 1 design per
At source (if not additives, and warm mix systems are on the Material Producer
MIX DESIGN applicable Tex-204-F Mix Type and
approved) List where applicable and that they meet project specification
specification Asphalt Grade
requirements. Project sampling and testing may be conducted
on individual materials as necessary for control.

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TABLE VI ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Items 341, 342, 344, 346, 347 and 348)
(All testing as noted in Table VI may be waived for exempt production as defined by specification.)
PROJECT INDEPENDENT
PROJECT TESTS
ASSURANCE TESTS
MATERIAL OR TEST FREQUENCY
TEST FOR LOCATION LOCATION FREQUENCY REMARKS
PRODUCT NUMBER (Per Design)
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Engineer Truck
Asphalt Content (%) Determine correlation factors for ignition oven
Tex-236-F Sample Minimum 1 per Lot
(A) using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one per
(D)
project.

1 per 10 Lots Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.

only if Does not apply to Item 342, Permeable
Truck Sample Friction Course.
Voids in Mineral compactor is
Tex-207-F Plant Produced 1 per Sublot Truck
Aggregates (VMA) shared by Contractors required testing will be in
(D)
Contractor and accordance with specification requirements for
State the appropriate specification Item #.
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Engineer Truck Minimum 1 per 12
Gradation Determine correlation factors for ignition oven
Tex-236-F Sample Sublots
(A) using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one per
(D) (E)
project.
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Boil Test Tex-530-C Truck Sample
Unless waived by the Engineer.
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
COMPLETE Indirect Tensile Unless waived by the Engineer.
Tex-226-F 1 per project
MIXTURE Strength Dry
Does not apply to Items 342, 346, and 348.

Tex-212-F, Engineer Truck

Moisture Content Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Part II Sample
1 per 10 Lots
only if Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
1 per Sublot
Lab Molded Density Truck Sample compactor is Contractors required testing will be in
Tex-207-F 1 per Lot for Item Truck
(A) (D) shared by accordance with specification requirements for
347
Contractor and the appropriate specification Item #.
State
1 per project Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Drain Down Test Engineer Truck
Tex-235-F 1 per Lot for Item
(A) Sample Not required for Item 341 and Item 344.
342
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Sample
Hamburg Wheel Test Engineer Truck during production.
Tex-242-F 1 per project
(A) Sample
Does not apply to Item 348.

Engineer Truck Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.

Overlay Test Tex-248-F 1 per project
Sample Does not apply to Items 341, 344, and 348.

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TABLE VI ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Items 341, 342, 344, 346, 347, and 348)
(All testing as noted in Table VI may be waived for exempt production as defined by specification.)
PROJECT TESTS
FREQUENCY
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER LOCATION REMARKS
(Per Design)
Two cores taken per Sublot and averaged. Sample in accordance
In-Place Air Voids Roadway with Tex-222-F.
ROADWAY Tex-207-F 2 cores per Sublot
(A) (D)
Does not apply to Items 342, 347, and 348.
Segregation
Tex-207-F,
Profile Roadway 1 per project
Part V Not required when Contractor uses thermal imaging system. Does
(A)
not apply to Items 342, 347, and 348.
Joint Density Tex-207-F,
Roadway 1 per project
(A) Part VII
Immediately behind
Thermal Profile Tex-244-F 1 per project Not required when Contractor uses thermal imaging system.
ROADWAY paver
Engineer may verify Contractors results for surface test Type B. For
Ride Quality Test traditional design-bid-build TxDOT projects, CST has contracted with
Final riding surface of
Type B Tex-1001-S 1 per project TTI to perform random ride verification at 10% frequency.
travel lanes
(A)
Results for surface test Type A are not required to be reported.

Permeability Tex-246-F Roadway 1 per project Only applies to Items 342, 347, and 348.

Sampling must be in accordance with Tex-735-I.

Sampled, tested, and
Compliance with Verify the source is listed on the current Material Producer List for
FABRIC UNDERSEAL approved by
DMS-6220 Silt Fence, Filter Fabric, and Fabric Underseals. If not, sample and
CST/M&P
test prior to use in accordance with DMS-6220.

TABLE VI FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field. This letter is required only for Asphalt Content and/or Gradation when production of complete mixture is suspended as required by QC/QA specifications.
Sampling may be performed at the plant, quarry, or both. Aggregate properties may be re-tested at any time during the project. These project tests may be used for one or more
B
projects furnishing hot mix with the same aggregate source.
C Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
D Perform random sampling as specified in Tex-225-F, Random Selection of Bituminous Mixture Samples.
E Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE VII ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Items 334)

(Refer to DMS-9210, Limestone Rock Asphalt (LRA), for testing requirements for Item 330.)
PROJECT TESTS
FREQUENCY
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER LOCATION REMARKS
(Per Design) (F)
L. A. Abrasion
Tex-410-A
(A) Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current
Magnesium Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets the project specifications.
Sulfate Stockpile 1 per project, If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and submit to
Tex-411-A CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance with Tex-499-A. (D)
Soundness (B) per source
(A)

COARSE AGGREGATE Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. Testing frequency may be

Micro Deval Tex-461-A reduced or eliminated based on a satisfactory test history.
Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current
Surface Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets the project specifications.
Aggregate Stockpile 1 per project, per If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and submit to
Tex-499-A CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance with Tex-499-A.
Classification (B) source
(A) SiteManager Quality Monitoring test documentation is
accomplished by attaching an approved mix design.
Stockpiles, hot bins 1 per project, Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. The timing of when the test
COMBINED AGGREGATE Sand Equivalent Tex-203-F is performed is at the discretion of the Engineer.
or feeder belts per source
Compliance with Sampled, tested and
Test a minimum of one sample from production. Sample tack coat
Item 300 pre-approved by 1 each for binder
at the distributor on the roadway in accordance with Tex-500-C,
CST/M&P. Project and tack coat per
ASPHALT BINDER Binder & Tack Part III. Sample binder at hot mix plant in accordance with
test sampled at the project, per grade,
Coat Tex-500-C, Part II. Binder should arrive on the project pre-
Plant for Binder & per source
(A) (C) approved. If not pre-approved, sample binder before use.
Road for Tack Coat
Verify that aggregates, recycled asphalt pavement, recycled
asphalt shingles, mineral filler, asphalt binder, anti-stripping
Compliance with Min 1 design per additives, and warm mix systems are on the Material Producer List
At source (if not
MIX DESIGN applicable Tex-204-F Mix Type and where applicable and that they meet project specification
approved)
specification Asphalt Grade requirements. Project sampling and testing may be conducted in
individual materials as necessary for control.
Asphalt Content Engineer Truck Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Determine correlation
Minimum of factors for ignition oven using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one per
(%) Tex-236-F Sample
1 per 5,000 tons project.
(A) (E)
Truck Sample
Voids in Mineral
Tex-207-F Plant Produced 1 per 5,000 tons Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Aggregates (VMA)
COMPLETE MIXTURE (E)
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Determine correlation
Gradation Minimum 1 per
Tex-236-F Truck Sample factors for ignition oven using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one per
(A) 5,000 tons project.
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. The timing of when the test
Boil Test Tex-530-C 1 per project is performed is at the discretion of the Engineer.

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TABLE VII ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Items 334)

(Refer to DMS-9210, Limestone Rock Asphalt (LRA), for testing requirements for Item 330.)
PROJECT TESTS
FREQUENCY
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER LOCATION REMARKS
(Per Design) (F)
Tex-212-F, Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Performed by CST/M&P at
Moisture Content 1 per 5,000 tons the point of production for payment calculations.
Part II
Hydrocarbon- Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. The timing of when the test
Tex-213-F 1 per 5,000 tons is performed is at the discretion of the Engineer.
Volatile Content
COMPLETE MIXTURE Lab Molded Truck Sample
Density Tex-207-F 1 per 5,000 tons Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
(A)
Hveem Stability Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. The timing of when the test
Tex-208-F 1 per 5,000 tons is performed is at the discretion of the Engineer.
(A)
Engineer may verify Contractors results for surface test Type B.
Ride Quality Test For traditional design-bid-build TxDOT projects, CST has contracted
Final riding surface of
ROADWAY Type B Tex-1001-S with TTI to perform random ride verification at 10% frequency.
travel lanes
(A)
Results from surface test Type A are not required to be reported.

TABLE VII FOOTNOTES

When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field.
B Sampling may be performed at the plant, quarry, or both. Aggregate properties may be re-tested at any time during the project.
C Or as called for in the Specifications.
D Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
E Perform random sampling as specified in Tex-225-F, Random Selection of Bituminous Mixture Samples.
F Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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TABLE VIII ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Item 340)

PROJECT TESTS
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER LOCATION FREQUENCY REMARKS
L. A. Abrasion
Tex-410-A Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current
(A)
Material Producer List for BRSQC, meets the project
Magnesium Stockpile 1 per project,
specifications. If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and
Sulfate (B) per source submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance with
Tex-411-A
Soundness Tex-499-A. (C)
(A)

COARSE AGGREGATE Stockpile 1 per project, per Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. Testing frequency may
Micro Deval Tex-461-A be reduced or eliminated based on a satisfactory test history.
(B) source

Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current

Surface Aggregate Material Producer list for BRSQC, meets the project
Stockpile 1 per project, per
Classification Tex-499-A specifications. If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and
(B) source submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance with
(A)
Tex-499-A. (C)
Stockpiles, hot bins 1 per project,
COMBINED AGGREGATE Sand Equivalent Tex-203-F Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
or feeder belts per design
Test a minimum of 1 sample taken from the project. Sample
Compliance with Sampled, tested and tack coat at the distributor on the roadway in accordance with
Item 300 pre-approved by 1 each for binder and Tex-500-C, Part III. Sample binder at hot mix plant in
ASPHALT BINDER Binder & Tack CST/M&P. Plant for tack coat per project, accordance with Tex-500-C, Part II. Binder should arrive on the
Coat Binder & Road for per grade, per source project pre-approved. If not pre-approved, sample binder before
(A) Tack Coat use.
Verify that aggregates, recycled asphalt pavement, recycled
asphalt shingles, mineral filler, asphalt binder, anti-stripping
Compliance with Min. 1 design per Mix additives, and warm mix systems are on the Material Producer
At source (if not
MIX DESIGN applicable Tex-204-F Type and Asphalt List where applicable and that they meet project specification
approved)
specification Grade requirements. Project sampling and testing may be conducted
in individual materials as necessary for control.
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Determine correlation
Asphalt Content Truck Sample Minimum of 1 per factors for ignition oven using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one
Tex-236-F
(%) (D) day per project.
Truck Sample
Voids in Mineral
Tex-207-F Plant Produced 1 per day Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
Aggregates (VMA)
(D)
COMPLETE MIXTURE Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Determine correlation
Gradation
Tex-236-F Minimum 1 per day factors for ignition oven using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one
(A) per project.
Truck Sample
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Unless waived by the
Boil Test Tex-530-C 1 per project Engineer.
Indirect Tensile 1 per project, per Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Unless waived by the
Tex-226-F
Strength Dry design Engineer.
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TABLE VIII ASPHALT CONCRETE PAVEMENT (Item 340)

PROJECT TESTS
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER LOCATION FREQUENCY REMARKS
Lab Molded
Density Tex-207-F 1 per day Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
(A)
COMPLETE MIXTURE Truck Sample
Hamburg Wheel
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Sample during
Tracker Tex-242-F 1 per project
production.
(A)
Selected by the
Air Voids 1 per day
Tex-207-F Engineer Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F.
(A) (2 Cores)
(D)
Engineer may verify Contractors results for surface test Type B.
ROADWAY For traditional design-bid-build TxDOT projects, CST has
Ride Quality Test contracted with TTI to perform random ride verification at 10%
Final riding surface of
Type B Tex-1001-S frequency.
travel lanes
(A)
Results from surface test Type A are not required to be
reported.
Sample in accordance with Tex-735-I.
Sampled, tested, and Verify the source is listed on the current Material Producer List
Compliance with
FABRIC UNDERSEAL approved by for Silt Fence, Filter Fabric, and Fabric Underseals. If not sample
DMS-6220
CST/M&P and submit to CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance
with DMS-6220.

TABLE VIII FOOTNOTES

When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field. This letter is required only for Asphalt Content and/or Gradation when production of complete mixture is suspended as required by QC/QA specifications.
Sampling may be performed at the plant, quarry, or both. Aggregate properties may be re-tested at any time during the project. These project tests may be used for one or more
B
projects furnishing hot mix with the same aggregate source.
C Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
D Perform random sampling as specified in Tex-225-F, Random Selection of Bituminous Mixture Samples.

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TABLE IX MICROSURFACING (Item 350)

PROJECT TESTS
LOCATION OF FREQUENCY
MATERIAL OR PRODUCT TEST FOR TEST NUMBER REMARKS
SAMPLING (Per Design)
5-Cycle
Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current
Magnesium
1 per project, per Material Producer list for BRSQC meets the project
Sulfate Tex-411-A
source specifications. If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and
Soundness
submit to CST/M&P for testing at 1 per project, per source. (C)
(A)
Tex-200-F, 1 per project, per
Gradation Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
Part II Stockpile source
(B)
Crushed Face 1 per project, per
Tex-460-A Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
AGGREGATE Count source
Verify the value of the source, as listed on the current BRSQC,
Acid Insoluble 1 per project, per meets the project specifications. If not, sample and submit to
Tex-612-J CST/M&P for testing prior to use in accordance with Tex-499-A.
(A) source
Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F. (C)
Verify the published value of the source, as listed on the current
Surface Material Producer list for BRSQC meets the project
Stockpile, or BRSQC 1 per project, per
Aggregate Tex-499-A specifications. If not, sample in accordance with Tex-221-F and
(B) source
Classification submit to CST/M&P for testing at 1 per project, per source. (C)
Stockpile 1 per project, per
COMBINED BLEND Sand Equivalent Tex-203-F Sample in accordance with Tex-221-F.
(B) source
Sampled, tested, and Test a minimum of one sample during production. Sample tack
Compliance with pre-approved by coat at the distributor on the roadway in accordance with
1 each for binder and Tex-500-C, Part III. Sample binder at microsurfacing machine in
Item 300 Binder CST/M&P. Project
ASPHALT BINDER tack coat per project, accordance with Tex-500-C, Part III. Binder should arrive on the
& Tack Coat test sampled at the
per grade, per source project pre-approved. If not pre-approved, sample binder before
(A) Plant for Binder &
Road for Tack Coat use.
Verify the source is listed on the current Material Producer List
Compliance with for Cement. If not, sample and submit to CST/M&P for testing
CEMENT
DMS-4600 prior to use in accordance with DMS-4600.
Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Determine correlation
Asphalt Content Tex-236-F factors for ignition oven using Tex-236-F at a minimum of one
per project.
COMPLETE MIX During production 1 per day
Tex-200-F, Part II Sample in accordance with Tex-222-F. Determine correlation
Gradation factors for ignition oven use at a minimum of one per project.
Tex-236-F

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TABLE IX FOOTNOTES
When this project acceptance test fails but the product is accepted, document the reasons for acceptance on the Letter of Certification of Materials Used or in the SiteManager
A
Remarks field. This letter is required only for Asphalt Content and/or Gradation when production of complete mixture is suspended as required by QC/QA specifications.
Sampling may be performed at the plant, quarry, or both. Aggregate properties may be re-tested at any time during the project. These project tests may be used for one or more
B
projects furnishing hot mix with the same aggregate source.
C Attach the corresponding QM test report for SiteManager projects to satisfy project sampling and testing requirements.
D Each test performed that is based on a quantity of material is considered or fraction thereof for calculating number of tests.

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