In the article, “Porous Asphalt Is King of the Road,” on the
website Pave Green (n.d), it was stated that porous asphalt is
beneficial in terms of environment, safety and the cost. Porous
asphalt earned its recognition from the Environmental Protection Agency and has
been used all around United States. It was indicated that porous asphalt roads
exclude small aggregates to allow water to pass through, acting like a
filtration system. Thus, this reduces flooding and erosion. Superhighways also
use porous asphalt as the absence of splash from heavy rainstorm has reduced
accident rates significantly. The article mentioned that porous pavement allows
snow to liquefy quicker which saves the cost of anti-icing agents, making it
cost-effective and eco-friendly. Despite the high cost, it makes up for the
costs saved from water pipes and inlets.
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