T-PRO® Polymer Soil Stabilization Reduces Dust on Municipal Roads in Spain

Project Overview

Lithic Industries provided advanced polymer soil stabilization and
fugitive dust control for a municipal road dust suppression project in the rural province of
Extremadura, Spain. Using a light topical polymer seal coat, the project successfully
reduced airborne dust emissions on aggregate and crushed granite roads while improving
long-term surface durability and resident quality of life.

Project Objectives

The goal was to create an effective seal coat that would limit
particulate emissions during the dry summer months and reduce surface permeability
during the wet season. This approach aimed to minimize rutting, potholes, raveling, and
general road degradation on

The Challenge

In rural parts of Extremadura, most municipal roads are constructed from local aggregate base or crushed granite. During the dry summer months, these roads generate significant dust that reduces visibility, pollutes the air, and negatively impacts the quality of life for nearby residents. Traditional methods offered only temporary relief and did little to improve long-term road performance or reduce seasonal degradation.

The Polymer Soil Stabilization Solution Lithic Industries applied a light topical polymer seal coat over the existing road surface. This modern polymer soil stabilization treatment created a durable, water-resistant barrier that locked in fines and reduced permeability without requiring full road reconstruction or imported materials.
Proven Results The polymer seal coat delivered clear, measurable benefits for the municipality:

•Significant reduction in fugitive dust emissions during dry periods

•Improved resident quality of life and visibility along rural roads

•Decreased surface permeability, resulting in less rutting, potholes, and raveling

•Enhanced overall road durability and reduced long-term maintenance needs

Application Details

•Equipment Used: Water Truck with Pressurized Spray Bar

•Application Method: Light topical polymer seal coat

•Coverage Rate: 110 ft² per gallon

Maintenance Requirements Maintenance is simple and economical:

•Remove loose material from the road surface as needed

•Apply a light topical re-coat of polymer seal coat at 110 ft² per gallon

Why Municipalities Choose Polymer Soil Stabilization This project in rural Spain demonstrates how modern polymer soil stabilization provides an effective, low-disruption solution for fugitive dust control and unpaved road stabilization on municipal roads. It is ideal for communities seeking to improve air quality, protect resident health, reduce seasonal road damage, and lower long-term maintenance costs without expensive reconstruction.
T-PRO® is a proven, carbon-neutral polymer soil stabilization technology trusted by municipalities worldwide for sensitive rural and residential-adjacent road projects.

Ready to Improve Dust Control and Road Performance in Your Community? Contact Lithic Industries today for a free technical consultation or site assessment. Let us show how polymer soil stabilization can deliver lasting results for your municipal roads.