Abstract:
Pervious concrete is very different from traditional Portland cement concrete (PCC). The test
specimens would be produced and tested for standard concrete properties like compressive,
split tensile, flexural strength, permeability, porosity by using indigenous materials based on
trial and error method. The optimum values of compressive strength, permeability, split
tensile, freeze thaw would be selected depending upon the rainfall intensities and precipitation
characteristics of Islamabad, Pakistan. Most urban areas of the world are covered by
reinforced concrete
buildings and impervious roads mainly due to the continuous development of contemporary
urbanization. Compared to natural soils, concrete pavements generally lack the ability to
breathe, absorb heat, and infiltrate rainwater leading to a series of environmental problems.
As an example, nonpoint source pollution (NPS) is caused by surface runoff, rainfall,
drainage, and seepage, which has been proven to be an important factor affecting the water
quality of receiving waters. PCPC can be beneficial in supplementing the groundwater level,
reducing storm water runoff, reducing the impact and cost of rainwater treatment facilities and
underground aquifer. The areas of application are in residential roads, shoulders, swimming
pools, golf courts.
Key Words:
Compressive strength, Permeability, Pervious Concrete pavement, Porosity, Storm water, Testing, No
Fines
