Depression

Depressions are localized pavement surface areas with elevations slightly lower than those of the surrounding pavement. In many cases, light depressions are not noticeable until after a rain, when ponding water creates a “birdbath” area; on dry pavement, depressions can be spotted by looking for stains caused by ponding water. Depressions are created by settlement of the foundation soil or are a result of improper construction. Depressions cause some roughness, and when deep enough or filled with water, can cause hydroplaning.