Long-lasting reinforced concrete pipe and precast products manufactured by County Materials are a reliable choice for flood resilient and sustainable infrastructure. Unlike alternative pipe materials, reinforced concrete pipe’s rigid structure naturally resists flotation and can withstand heavy loads and large volumes without additional engineering.
Enhanced Flow Capacity
Large diameter round and elliptical reinforced concrete pipes offer greater flow capacity to reduce flooding and prevent erosion. The Village of Hewitt, WI replaced undersized, corroded metal culverts with reinforced elliptical pipe to put an end to the area’s cyclical flooding.
Withstands Site Challenges
Reinforced concrete pipe is manufactured to withstand varying soil conditions, installation depths, and live loads. In Manitowoc, WI the storm water system alongside a steeply descending roadway was frequently overwhelmed during rain events. Large diameter reinforced concrete pipe was specified for its improved flow capacity and ability to be installed 29 feet below ground to accommodate the site’s slope.
Reliable, Professional Delivery Service
County Materials’ skilled drivers and dispatchers coordinate and execute product deliveries with unmatched response time. Flash flooding caused the collapse of twin culverts on a busy highway in the Chippewa Valley in the middle of the night. The Wisconsin Department of Transportation requested two 84-inch diameter reinforced concrete pipes for an emergency culvert replacement. County Materials completed the delivery within hours.
