South Dakota Department of Transportation
Project Synopsis
SD1996-11
Title: Evaluation of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe
Project Researcher: Hal Rumpca, Not Applicable
Project Manager:
Research Period: 1/1/1900 - 4/1/1998
Status: Completed
Cost: $0.00
Problem Statement:This report presents the findings and recommendations on the Evaluation of High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Pipe resulting from a 1996 Transportation Enhancement/Hazard Elimination Project in Martin, South Dakota. Because the SDDOT had never used HDPE for any mainline drainage application, a research team was directed to investigate the suitability and cost effectiveness of using HDPE pipe as storm sewer with shallow cover at the Martin, South Dakota project.
Findings:
Research Objectives:
1 Determine the suitability of High Density Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE) as storm sewer pipe. |
2 Determine the cost effectiveness of using High Density Polyethylene Pipe.
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3 Develop specifications for using HDPE for use on mainline applications.
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Research Tasks:
1 Meet with the technical panel to review the project scope and work plan.
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2 Review and summarize literature regarding design and installation of High Density Polyethylene Pipe (HDPE).
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3 Develop deflection criteria for the design and acceptance of HDPE pipe. |
4 Provide a preliminary design to be included in the plans for the Martin, South Dakota project.
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5 Consult with the pipe supplier during the development of the final design for the installation of the HDPE pipe. |
6 Monitor the construction and install instrumentation for short and long term deflection testing. The testing should cover at least one freeze thaw period.
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7 Conduct deflection testing using loadings from H10 up to H20. |
8 Evaluate the results of the deflection testing to determine if HDPE storm sewer pipe meets the deflection criteria.
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9 Determine the costs of the installation of the HDPE pipe and compare it to the cost of installing round reinforced concrete pipe. Include the backfill and other associated costs.
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10 Recommend specifications for using HDPE as storm sewer and mainline drainage pipe. |
Documents Available:
SD9611FinalReport2.pdf