This TechBrief presents an overview of previous concrete and its use in pavement applications. General information on the composition of pervious concrete is provided, along with a summary of its benefits, limitations, and typical properties and characteristics. Important considerations in mix proportioning, hydrological design, structural design, construction, and maintenance are also described.
In 1993, a special pavement demonstration project was constructed in Detroit on NB I-75 to evaluate the design features of some highly acclaimed Europ...
This TechBrief presents the results of a nationwide study of the effects of transverse joint sealing on performance of jointed plain concrete pavement...
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