Kerb & Channel
Kerb & Channel (Kerb & Gutter) is a concrete or stone structure typically located at the edge of a road designed to provide road drainage, and as a barrier to prevent vehicles from leaving the road carriageway.
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Useful Life
The useful life of kerb & channel will vary considerably due to a range of environmental factors. A life of 50-80 years is typical for kerb & channel in some areas.
The table below shows the useful life for kerb & channel adopted by a number of Councils. Please feel free to add your Councils information.
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Repairs
The most common method of repairing concrete kerb & channel, is to replace it. The adjacent road surface is typically disturbed will need to be patched after the kerb has cured.
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External Links & References
- Wikipedia Article
- NAMS.AU Practice Notes - the page includes a link to the preamble of Practice Note 2: Kerb & Channel / Gutters.
