Severity Levels (Maximum Depth of Depression)

L - Depression can be observed or located by stained areas, only slightly affects pavement riding quality, and may cause hydroplaning potential on runways.

 

M - The depression can be observed, moderately affects pavement riding quality, and causes hydroplaning potential on runways.

 

H - The depression can be readily observed, severely affects pavement riding quality, and causes definite hydroplaning potential.