Desarrollo de un sistema de gestión de infraestructura vial de la vía estatal E40, tramo desde el puente de Chicti hasta la entrada al cantón Guachapala

Abstract

The following work proposes a road infrastructure management system for the section of the E40 state road, from Puente de Chicti to Guachapala, with a length of 5.1 kilometers. A functional diagnosis of the pavement was performed through the Pavement Condition Index and the Windshield Survey methods, identifying predominant faults. Using the Markov transition matrix, the behaviour of the wearing course deterioration was analyzed over a period of 20 years, revealing that 0.0% of the road is in good condition; 9.5% is satisfactory; 29.8% is fair; 29.1% is poor; and 31.6% is in failed condition. Stemming from these conditions, specific interventions were proposed through the INVEST tool, selecting option I2, which proposes optimal strategies to improve the pavement’s cycle of life. Likewise, the PaLATE was applied to assess the environmental and economic impact of the interventions, maximizing resources and reducing long-term expenses, thus supporting the implementation of sustainable strategies in road management. To prioritize the interventions, a hierarchical matrix was developed based on valuation criteria: section 2 was identified as priority due to the presence of a geological fault, which requires urgent intervention and complementary structural research. This system provides an efficient technical tool for maintenance planning, encouraging the functionality and sustainability of the road infrastructure.