07-23-2015, 12:16 PM
(07-22-2015, 11:57 AM)mpd618 Wrote:(07-22-2015, 08:54 AM)clasher Wrote: This seems like the perfect place to use porous asphalt. I'm sure the university could also re-pave all its parking lots with porous asphalt and that would have a huge impact on stormwater runoff.
My impression is that porous asphalt technology is not yet in a state that makes it practical in cold climates.
The US EPA seems to think that it is, they mention its use in New Hampshire and how the drainage in the winter helps reduce ice formation and the lots that were paved didn't need as much salt because of this. I think if it works in New Hampshire it would work here too. Especially if it's used on trails, ice is a big danger to pedestrians and cyclists.