Asphalt is one of the indispensable materials of life in America. Black ribbons of pavement connect our cities and provide access throughout our country. Asphalt roads lead us to places of business, leisure and worship. Consider the fact that that 94 percent of the paved roads in America are surfaced with asphalt. No other pavement type offers owners and road users the flexibility, durability, smoothness and safety. Simply stated, asphalt pavements are designed and built to last.