09/01/2026
When it comes to infrastructure, the right material matters. Concrete drainage systems are designed with strength, durability, and long-term performance in mind, helping communities build infrastructure that is made to last.
In Houston, a roadway widening project faced limited right-of-way and challenging depth restrictions. The existing open-ditch roadway needed to be widened and converted to a curb-and-gutter section without acquiring additional right-of-way. Limited vertical depth at the outfalls also required shallow box culverts with minimal height.
Working closely with the project designer, Rinker Materials provided Reinforced Concrete Box Culverts (RCBs) in multiple sizes, from 3' ร 2' to 9' ร 4', to meet the project's unique requirements. With utility conflicts affecting the original design approach, the project team collaborated to identify a reliable solution that could work within the available space.
Why concrete? Because infrastructure is a long-term investment. Concrete provides the strength and durability needed to withstand demanding conditions, heavy loads, and the test of time. Choosing a durable solution from the start can help reduce future repairs, replacements, and disruptions.
The result is improved drainage, a wider roadway, and an underground concrete storm sewer system designed for long-term performance and reliability. More importantly, the improvements will help enhance safety for the traveling public and provide a durable drainage solution for the community for years to come.
This project is a great example of how thoughtful engineering, collaboration, and durable concrete solutions can overcome challenging site conditions and deliver infrastructure built for the future.
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