The majority of concrete used in residential pavements is normal class concrete with a minimum strength of 20mpa i e.
Concrete driveway construction specifications.
Because concrete is permeable it will draw moisture from the ground that it rests on.
Concrete driveways shall not be allowed in the right of way where there are no existing concrete curbs and gutters.
All the work shall be done according to specifications for sidewalks and driveway approach construction on file in the office of the director of public works reference to which is hereby made for further particulars.
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To help ensure a problem free driveway use the following list for information about proper construction.
Placing concrete at the proper thickness.
Construction materials the driveway shall have a minimum structural section of 2 inches of asphalt concrete pavement over 4 inches of class ii aggregate base compacted to 95 relative density.
Resin driveways are not yet common so you may want to consider if you want your property to be a trendsetter on your street.
Increasing the thickness from 4 inches to 5 inches will add approximately 20 to your concrete cost but will also boost your driveway s load carrying capacity nearly 50.
Place concrete at a minimum thickness of 4 inches.
Thickness is the major factor even more than the strength of the concrete in determining a driveway s structural capacity.
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Today s concrete can be formed into practically any shape texture pattern or color.
A standard concrete mix is 2 500 psi.
To eliminate standing water the driveway should be sloped towards the street a minimum of one percent or 1 8 inch per foot for proper drainage.
For heavier vehicles a thickness of five inches is recommended.
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