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THE TOP REASONS TO CONSIDER CONCRETE FOR PAVING
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Longest Lasting Pavement System

Longest Lasting Pavement System

Concrete makes the most durable pavement system available. Concrete Roads, Highways, Bridges, and Industrial Site pavements can last more than 50 years .

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Reflects More Light

Reflects More Light

Concrete has a high level of light reflectivity, making it safer to drive on at night. During the day, heat and light are reflected reducing urban heat islands.

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Safe, Strong and Rut Resistant

Safety/Stronger Rut Resistant

Concrete is a rigid paving system. As a result it will not warp or rut from intense use or intense heat. This makes driving on concrete safer.

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Produced Locally

Produced Locally

Concrete is produced locally, with local labor, supporting local communities, which is great for the economy.

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Naturally Sustainable

Naturally Sustainable

Because concrete pavements are stronger, and recover faster from disasters, these roads help deliver critical supplies to those in need without needing to wait for repairs.

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100% Recyclable

100% Recyclable

Concrete is fully recyclable, more than 140 million tons of concrete are recycled and reused every year.

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Increased Fuel Efficiency

Increased Fuel Efficiency

Concrete increases fuel efficiency by 3-7% for semi trucks (saving 40 gals/1000 mi. driven). There are similar savings in cars and light duty trucks.

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Smooth and Quiet

Smooth & Quiet

Concrete textures are engineered to stay smooth and quiet throughout a pavement’s life. This enables a better and safer grip and touch point for vehicle tires.

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