Location: 2827 Country Club Way - Albion Concrete Contractor: Merlo Construction Concrete Supplier: Shafer Redi-Mix Project Owner: Duck Lake Country Club
Shafer Redi-Mix worked with Duck Lake Country Club to rehabilitate their existing parking lot by using a4-inch-thick (approximately 650 square yards) concrete overlay over top of the old, damaged asphalt.This new layer of concrete will be able to handle the weight of vehicles passing over it, the effects of changing weather, and extreme temperatures.
The concrete overlay method also allowed for a quick turnaround time – the project was started on a Monday and completed and opened to traffic the following Tuesday. Replacing the entire asphalt parking lot would have involved breaking up the existing pavement or milling off several inches and disposing of the debris.By choosing to place a concrete overlay, this process isn’t necessary and there are usually very few pre-pour repairs needed, meaning you can place your concrete right on top of the areas that need fixing.
The key to success for this project was partnering between the contractor, ready mix supplier, and MCA for design and life-cycle cost analysis. It was a fast-track schedule, to close the parking lot for only a week, but aesthetically it made the country club brighter with less maintenance. Merlo utilized a 3D laser screed and added an integral sealer to the mix to help provide a durable surface.
The culmination of the advantages with concrete overlay means you can expect the project to cost less than a full-on asphalt replacement. The concrete material also ensures the new parking lot will last and require less maintenance, reducing long-term costs as well.
