Implementación de hormigón permeable sobre cunetas para la gestión ecológica del agua en Sucre

Abstract

This study focuses on the design of a permeable concrete platform to be placed over drainage gutters in the city of Sucre, Bolivia, with the goal of improving stormwater management, preventing blockages caused by debris, and reducing unpleasant odors. The platform is designed to fit the colonial aesthetic of the historic center, offering a functional and sustainable solution. Four designs of permeable concrete were tested, varying the water/cement ratio and void content, and their compressive and flexural strength were evaluated. Based on these results, the infiltration rate for each design was determined, comparing its performance with different street slopes in Sucre. Tests were conducted on slopes of 0% and 5% to measure water infiltration capacity in each case. The results showed that the design with a water/cement ratio of 0.33 and a void content of 15% is the most efficient, especially on streets with moderate slopes. This design achieves a balance between permeability and structural capacity, making it suitable for implementation on light-traffic streets in Sucre, where the infiltration rate meets the needs of the urban environment.