Protecting the Environment
Storms and the resulting storm water runoff play a major role in damaging our fragile environment, especially in low-lying areas and in embankments surrounding creek beds. Sprawling development and the need for pavement supporting these developments have created real issues concerning the control of stormwater.
Block USA offers a number of permeable pavers, erosion control products and even segmental retaining walls specifically designed to control storm water and reduce damage to the environment.
Block USA’s Submar Articulated Concrete Block Mats are a great solution for creeks that run out of control during rainy periods. They protect creek bottoms, banks, and vegetative growth.
Permeable pavers manufactured and sold by Block USA create parking areas that provide protection from storm water runoff while allowing large signature trees to obtain water essential to their well being. Check out continually updated case studies to learn more about how Block USA is designing and manufacturing products to protect the environment.
Case Studies: Protecting the Environment
Permeable Eco-Priora Pavers Solve Homeowner's Soggy Side Yard
Challenge: Prevent Water Runoff from Ruining Home's Side Yard
Solution: Eco-Priora® Permeable Pavers
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Location:
- South Alabama
Permeable Paver Helps City Meet Stormwater Management Goals
Challenge: Help Remove Trash and Pollutants from an Urban Stream
Solution: Eco-Priora® Permeable Pavers
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Location:
- Montgomery, AL
Articulated Concrete Blocks Control the Effects of Surging Stormwater
Challenge: Protect vital stream banks from erosion due to rising and turbulent stormwater.
Solution: Block USA produced Submar Articulated Concrete Block.
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Location:
- Foley, AL
Articulated Concrete Mats Protect Shipbuilding Operation
Challenge: Protect a shipbuilding operation along the Mississippi Gulf Coast
Solution: Block USA produced Submar Articulated Concrete Mats
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Location:
- Gulfport, MS
Erosion Control Protects Building
Challenge: To protect stream bank and building from damaging erosion.
Solution: Anchor stream bank wall with USA’s Articulated Concrete Blocks.
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Location:
- Mobile, AL
Permeable Pavers Protect Historic Live Oak Trees
Challenge: Provide a parking surface that will not impact historic and environmentally sensitive trees.
Solution: Permeable Octabrick™ pavers produced by Block USA.
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Location:
- Biloxi, MS
