An overlay or resurface project involves the application of approximately 2 inches of asphalt concrete to the existing surface or pavement of the road to help prolong the life of the road.
![Resurfaced road](/sites/default/files/styles/original_scaled_004000_160x_100/public/2021-11/DPW-Website-Resurface.jpeg?itok=6aoKXYsC)
Overlay or resurface treated roads might undergo repairs to fix cracks and potholes. These repairs are performed before the overlay or resurface and won't be visible after.
![Road workers resurfacing a section of road.](/sites/default/files/styles/original_scaled_004000_160x_100/public/2021-11/DPW-Website-Digout.jpeg?itok=INtFJwhf)