Difference between revisions of "Assessing the performance of permeable pavement"
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| − | Maintenance of permeable pavement | + | Maintenance of permeable pavement includes a review of its condition and performance. A spring maintenance inspection is recommended and cleanup conducted as needed. The following are recommended annual maintenance inspection points for permeable pavements: |
*The drawdown rate should be measured at the observation well for three (3) days following a storm event in excess of 1/2 inch in depth. If standing water is still observed in the well after three days, this is a clear sign that subgrade soil clogging is a problem. | *The drawdown rate should be measured at the observation well for three (3) days following a storm event in excess of 1/2 inch in depth. If standing water is still observed in the well after three days, this is a clear sign that subgrade soil clogging is a problem. | ||
| − | *Inspect the surface for evidence of sediment deposition, organic debris, staining or ponding that may indicate surface clogging. If any signs of clogging are noted, schedule a vacuum sweeper to remove deposited material. Then test sections using ASTM C1701 to ensure that the surface attains an infiltration rate of at least 10 | + | *Inspect the surface for evidence of sediment deposition, organic debris, staining or ponding that may indicate surface clogging. If any signs of clogging are noted, schedule a vacuum sweeper to remove deposited material. Then test sections using [http://www.astm.org/ ASTM] C1701 to ensure that the surface attains an infiltration rate of at least 10 inches/hr. |
*Inspect the structural integrity of the pavement surface, looking for signs of surface deterioration, such as slumping, cracking, spalling or broken pavers. Replace or repair affected areas as necessary. | *Inspect the structural integrity of the pavement surface, looking for signs of surface deterioration, such as slumping, cracking, spalling or broken pavers. Replace or repair affected areas as necessary. | ||
*Check inlets, pretreatment cells and any flow diversion structures for sediment buildup and structural damage. Remove the sediment. | *Check inlets, pretreatment cells and any flow diversion structures for sediment buildup and structural damage. Remove the sediment. | ||
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Inspect any contributing drainage area for any controllable sources of sediment or erosion. | Inspect any contributing drainage area for any controllable sources of sediment or erosion. | ||
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Revision as of 16:11, 6 December 2012
Maintenance of permeable pavement includes a review of its condition and performance. A spring maintenance inspection is recommended and cleanup conducted as needed. The following are recommended annual maintenance inspection points for permeable pavements:
- The drawdown rate should be measured at the observation well for three (3) days following a storm event in excess of 1/2 inch in depth. If standing water is still observed in the well after three days, this is a clear sign that subgrade soil clogging is a problem.
- Inspect the surface for evidence of sediment deposition, organic debris, staining or ponding that may indicate surface clogging. If any signs of clogging are noted, schedule a vacuum sweeper to remove deposited material. Then test sections using ASTM C1701 to ensure that the surface attains an infiltration rate of at least 10 inches/hr.
- Inspect the structural integrity of the pavement surface, looking for signs of surface deterioration, such as slumping, cracking, spalling or broken pavers. Replace or repair affected areas as necessary.
- Check inlets, pretreatment cells and any flow diversion structures for sediment buildup and structural damage. Remove the sediment.
- Inspect the condition of the observation well and make sure it is capped.
Inspect any contributing drainage area for any controllable sources of sediment or erosion.