Under ASTM C150 standards, Type I cement is the standard general-purpose binder for normal construction. Type II cement offers moderate sulfate resistance and lower heat generation, making it ideal for drainage structures or retaining walls. Type III cement features finely ground particles that achieve high early strength rapidly, facilitating fast formwork removal. Type IV cement is a specialized low-heat-of-hydration formulation engineered to prevent thermal cracking in massive structures like large dams.