Permeable Shared Pathways
Porous Lane Permeable Bike Lanes & 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.
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: Permeability in the Gardens
Client City of Adelaide
Location Hutt Rd, Adelaide SA
Size 550 sqm
Waste tyres recycled 1650
Description The installation of a beige permeable shared path alongside the Adelaide gardens.
Goals To install a permeable shared path that is resistant to cracking tree root movement but also capable of bearing the occasional heavy vehicle. A secondary goal was the re-use of waste tyre material through the use of local recycled tyres.
Outcome A successful installation of a high-quality, circular economy shared path for residents to enjoy.
Permeable shared path installation.
A close up of the Begie mix used for the shared path
Case Study: No More Pooling
Client City of Melbourne
Location Port Melbourne, VIC
Size 400sqm
Waste tyres recycled 1200
Description The installation permeable shared path
Goals To stop water pooling on low lying section of the bike path after rain.
Outcome Porous Lane’s permeable pavement effectively prevents pooling on the shared path, removing a disincentive to use the path after rain.
Permeable shared path installation.
Lane markings added after installation.
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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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