Pervious Pavement

Pervious Pavements are designed to allow stormwater and runoff to filter through the paved surface to a stone reservoir below where it is stored until it can infiltrate into the soil. Variations include pervious concrete, porous asphalt, permeable paver blocks, and reinforced turf.  It is well suited for parking lots, sidewalks, playgrounds, plazas, and similar uses.

Pervious Pavements Factsheet - SEMCOG

Maintenance

Maintenance is critical for pervious pavements to function and look nice over the years. Having a maintenance plan in place will help ensure that maintenance staff understands the unique needs of these systems. Conventional cleaning practices can be damaging and result in costly repairs.   

Information & Resources

NAPA’s Porous Asphalt Pavements for Stormwater Management 

Information on these dual-purpose pavements for contractors, developers, engineers, architects, and parking lot owners. Topics covered include water quality, structural design, soil investigation, hydrologic design, materials, construction, cost, and maintenance. Throughout the 24-page publication, full-color photographs and illustrations clearly show the techniques and principles being explained.

Specific Product Information

Michigan Concrete Association - Pervious concrete