Flowable Fill

The Problem

Conventional backfill is often poorly and improperly compacted.  As the material settles, the roadway surface show signs of deterioration: roughness, ponding of water, and more often than not -- POTHOLES.  Repeated repair of these roads is a waste of taxpayer dollars.

The Solution

Flowable Fill virtually guarantees outstanding backfill performance.  The integrity of the material eliminates potholes, puddles, and other structural defects caused by settlement.  And because it can be poured in one lift with no tamping required, there is no need for costly inspections.

 
Potholes

Five years ago, workers poured flowable fill into a narrow trench in Fort Collins.

Here's what the trench looks like today.  Flowable fill has virtually eliminated trench failures in Fort Collins.

DENVER, COLORADO Because workers don't have to work in the trench when pouring flowable fill, costly shoring and elaborate excavation are unnecessary	FAIRPLAY, COLORADO Flowable fill minimizes the risk of damage to metal culverts.
DENVER, COLORADO Use of flowable fill for backfilling foundations reduces labor and equipment costs and minimizing installation time.
Mix Designs Flowable fill mixes can be designed for easy pumping of materials and re-excavation.   A variety of mix designs using coarse and/or fine aggregates, cement, fly ash, admixtures and water have been successfully used throughout Colorado.
FRANKTOWN, Colorado	MONTROSE, Colorado
PUEBLO, Colorado	DENVER INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT Denver, Colorado More than 400,000 cubic yards of flowable fill have been placed at the airport.

Talk to us today!

Now you can see why flowable fill is being used for a variety of public works projects in Colorado.  We can help you determine the best flowable fill mix for your specific project so you can achieve the same great results.  For more information, contact your local CRMCA ready mixed concrete producer or the Colorado Ready Mixed Concrete Association.