Why Porous Lane for Shared Paths?

Increases site permeability and access to deep soil.
Prevents ponding on the path after rain.
Allows infiltration of stormwater to groundwater table.
Highly resistant to cracking from tree root movement.
Treats and removes pollutants from stormwater.
Cooler temperature on hot days than impermeable materials.
A more pleasant surface to walk on than asphalt or concrete.
Uses three Australian waste tyres per square metre of footpath.
Design life of 25 years.

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Highly Resistant to Cracking from Tree Roots Movement

Passive Irrigation for Nearby Trees

Prevents Water Ponding on Path

Treats and Removes Pollutants from Stormwater

Cooler than Impermeable Materials

25 Year Design Life

Case Study: No More Pooling

Client City of Melbourne

Location Port Melbourne, VIC

Size 400sqm

Waste tyres recycled 1200

Description The installation of a light grey permeable footpath near major trees.

Goals To ensure the path is resilient to cracking due to the roots of nearly major trees, as well as greater levels of infiltration of water to encourage tree roots to grow downwards (rather than growing across to seek condensation on the underside of impermeable materials).

Outcome Two years on from the installation the path remains highly permeable and level with no sign of cracking.

Permeable shared path installation.

Lane markings added after installation.

Typical Bike Path Cross-Section*

Waste tyre permeable pavement

• Made of up to 60% recycled material (approx 3 waste tyres per sqm)

• Laid on-site

2. Subgrade natural soil

• Determines the thickness of screening and exfiltration.

*indicative only. Cross-section can be adjusted depending on project goals and site conditions.

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