Strauss Wind Farm Service Road Stabilization | T-PRO®

Strauss Wind Farm Service Road Stabilization | T-PRO®

Project Overview
Lithic Industries successfully applied T-PRO® polymer soil stabilization to stabilize and revitalize over 10 miles of aggregate service roads at the Strauss Wind Farm in California. This critical infrastructure supports electrical service to more than 200,000 homes. The project addressed severe dust issues while creating durable, all-weather access roads for turbine maintenance and operations using existing in-situ materials.

Project Objectives
The energy company needed a reliable, environmentally responsible solution for a permanent network of service roads. Technicians required consistent, all-weather access to each wind turbine. The goals included dust control, road stabilization, and revitalization of degraded sections — all while meeting strict environmental standards and delivering long-term performance.

The Challenge
Existing aggregate roads generated excessive dust and lacked sufficient strength for heavy service traffic. Some sections of old asphalt were badly degraded. Traditional methods were either ineffective long-term or environmentally concerning. The solution had to provide both dry and wet stability while remaining safe for the surrounding environment.

The Polymer Soil Stabilization Solution
Lithic Industries applied a targeted T-PRO® polymer soil stabilization approach using the existing in-situ materials. The polymer was infused into the existing aggregate base and finished with a topical seal coat. The treated roads were graded and compacted to achieve compressive strengths exceeding 1,000 psi — representing more than a 400% improvement over the untreated aggregate.

In degraded asphalt areas, T-PRO® was infused into a 6-inch base profile to create a hard, durable recycled asphalt surface. The polymer’s advanced binding technology delivered exceptional stability in both dry and wet conditions.

Proven Results
The T-PRO® treatment delivered outstanding performance:

- Stabilized and revitalized over 10 miles of critical service roads
- Achieved compressive strengths > 1,000 psi (more than 400% increase)
- Provided reliable all-weather access for turbine maintenance and repair
- Delivered effective dust control and long-term road durability
- Completed on time and on budget
- Supported heavy equipment with minimal maintenance

Application Details

- Equipment Used: Wirtgen Milling Machine, Grader, Compactor, Water Truck
- Application Method: Infused polymer treatment of existing aggregate + topical seal coat
- Strength Achievement: >1,000 psi compressive strength

Maintenance Requirements
Maintenance is simple and cost-effective:

- Periodic seal coat renewal (additive applications)
- Each maintenance coat increases hardness and hydrophobicity
- Frequency depends on aggregate type, traffic volume, and climate

Why Energy Developers Choose T-PRO® for Wind Farm Service Roads
This project demonstrates how modern polymer soil stabilization provides reliable, low-maintenance access roads for renewable energy infrastructure. It is an ideal solution for wind and solar developers seeking strong dust control, high load-bearing capacity, and environmentally responsible performance using in-situ materials.

T-PRO® is a proven, carbon-neutral polymer soil stabilization technology backed by Texas A&M Transportation Institute (TTI) validation. It is FDA-approved for food contact and contains zero environmentally injurious chemistry, making it a safe, sustainable choice for sensitive energy infrastructure projects.

Ready to Strengthen Service Roads on Your Wind or Solar Project?
Contact Lithic Industries today for a free technical consultation or site assessment. Let us show how T-PRO® can deliver lasting results for your next energy infrastructure project.