pave

1. V-T If a road or an area of ground has been paved, it has been covered with asphalt or concrete, so that it is suitable for walking or driving on. 铺 (路)[usu passive]

The avenue had never been paved, and deep mud made it impassable in winter. 这条大街从来没有铺过，深泥使其在冬天无法通行。