REMOVAL OF PAVEMENT MARKINGS. (Applicable to ALL Projects) Removal of Pavement Markings Pavement markings to be removed shall be obliterated until blemishes caused by the pavement marking removal conform to the coloration of the adjacent pavement. Grinding to remove painted markings is only allowed prior to application of a Bituminous Surface Treatment (BST). Grinding to remove pavement markings from hot mix asphalt and cement concrete pavements is allowed to a depth just above the pavement surface, then water blasting or shot blasting shall be required to remove the remaining markings. If in the opinion of WSDOT’s Construction Representative the pavement is materially damaged by pavement marking removal, such damage shall be repaired by the Contractor in accordance with Section 1-07.13(1). Sand or other material deposited on the pavement as a result of removing lines and markings shall be removed as the Work progresses to avoid hazardous conditions. Accumulation of sand or other material which might interfere with drainage will not be permitted.
