A mile of chip seal costs about $36,000 ... a chip spreader that disperses aggregate in an uniform manner making the process mostly seamless for both the agency and the contractor.

“While these efforts may not prevent all damage to vehicles during the chip seal process, they have substantially reduced the likelihood of damage.” Drivers are encouraged to seek alternate ...

ITD says this high-temperature process extends the life of the pavement and also minimizes disruptions to businesses and motorists. Traditional chip seal uses oil heated to around 150 degrees that ...