PRODUCTS USED
- 5,700’ (1,737 m) of 15”-60” (375-1500 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
- 400’ (122 m) of 12”-60” (300-1500 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
- 2,160' (658 m) of 30" (750 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
- 3,600' (1,097 m) of 36" (900 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
- 920' (280 m) of 42" (1,050 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
- 2,320 (707 m) of 48" (1,200 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
- 460' (140 m) of 60" (1,500 mm) HP Storm Dual Wall Pipe
The insight allowed Bay Cities Paving and Grading to request the use of HP Storm for storm drainage infrastructure at the intersection of I-680 and SR-84. SR-84 is being upgraded to expressway standards between I-580 and I-680 for connectivity in the greater San Francisco area.
HP Storm was chosen for the project after flipping the conveyance pipe from reinforced concrete pipe (RCP). HP Storm provided significant material cost savings and installation savings due to a quicker installation. In addition, HP Storm, which is manufactured in Madera, CA, saved on transportation costs.
HP Storm polypropylene pipe provides a greater pipe stiffness for a longer service life and a premium joint performance. The smooth interior wall offers additional strength as well as superior flow. Polypropylene is an inert material and is resistant to the effects of chemicals, abrasion, hot soils and effluent.