Safety
Visibility Because concrete reflects light, it increases visibility.
Traction Concrete pavements provide superior traction. They are built with added surface texture and never rut, eliminating water accumulation and reducing hydroplaning risks.
Lower Cost, Higher Value
Initial Cost Because concrete is so strong, concrete pavement requires less construction material, which reduces costs. Concrete can cost up to 15% more to construct, but lasts about 100% longer.
Long-Term Value Longer life expectancies and minimal maintenance make concrete pavement the best value in the long-term.
Durability After one month, concrete begins to harden over time. Concrete pavements often exceed their expected lifespan and traffic loads.
Speedy Paving In as little as 12 hours, concrete pavement can be built and open to trafficthree times faster than asphalt pavements.
Ease of Repair Concretes durability reduces the need for maintenance and repairs. When work is necessary, the scope is typically smaller than asphalt repairs.
Fuel Savings The hard surface of concrete pavement can increase truck fuel efficiency, reducing fuel costs.
Versatility
Flexible Lifespan Depending on a projects needs, concrete pavements can be designed to last as many as 50 years or as few as 10.
Whitetopping Placing a thin layer of concrete over asphalt is a fast, cost-effective way to improve old pavements.
Restoration The lifespan of concrete pavement can be multiplied up to nine times through restoration.
Environmentally Friendly
Local Resources Concrete makes use of local materials, not resources from distant parts of the world.