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|  | ===Foundation aggregates=== |  | ===Foundation aggregates=== | 
|  | [[File:Geogitter-4.jpg|thumb|Geogrids like these are sometimes incorporated into the layers of permeable pavement foundation aggregates to provide additional stability and conserve aggregate material]] |  | [[File:Geogitter-4.jpg|thumb|Geogrids like these are sometimes incorporated into the layers of permeable pavement foundation aggregates to provide additional stability and conserve aggregate material]] | 
| − | Most [[OPSS aggregates]] are not recommended for use in permeable paving systems. The exceptionbeing type 'o' witha default void ratio of 0.3. | + | All aggregates should meet the following criteria: | 
| − | *[[Choker layer]]
 | + | * Porosity of 0.4 | 
| − | *[[Reservoir aggregate]]
 | + | * Maximum wash loss of 0.5% | 
|  | + | * Minimum durability index of 35 | 
|  | + | * Maximum abrasion of 10% for 100 revolutions and maximum 50% for 500 revolutions | 
|  | + | Most [[OPSS aggregates]] are not recommended for use in permeable pavements, with the exception of 'Granular O' type.  | 
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|  | + | '''<u>Granular Subbase</u>''' | 
|  | + | Should be clear, crushed 50 mm diameter stone, graded in accordance with ASTM D2940.  | 
|  | + | <u>'Rain ballast' aggregate (63 mm) would also be suitable</u> | 
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|  | + | '''<u>Granular Base</u>''' | 
|  | + | Should be clear, crushed 20 mm diameter stone conforming to ASTM C33 No 57 | 
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|  | + | '''<u>Bedding</u>''' | 
|  | + | Should be clear, crushed 5 mm diameter stone, graded in accordance with ASTM C33 No 8, High Performance Bedding (1-9 mm diameter), or equivalent. Typical bedding thickness is between 40 mm and 75 mm.   | 
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|  | + | For more information, also see [[Aggregates]] page. | 
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|  | ===Geotextile=== |  | ===Geotextile=== |