An innovative idea from a community activist has led to the creation of the longest glow in the dark concrete trail in the U.S. The two mile concrete trail in Vinton, IA, is imbedded with a special aggregate that with only 15 minutes of sunlight “charging” will emit light for 15 hours.
Click here for more information and here to view some construction footage posted by the engineering firm that designed the trail. For more information about concrete trails or to receive a free copy of the Guide to Concrete Trails, contact Jon Hansen at jhansen@nrmca.org.
National Ready Mixed Concrete Association