Steep grades, shifting soil, heavy rainfall, and erosion risks—paving in mountain environments comes with a unique set of challenges. At We Love Paving – Mountain Division, we specialize in designing pavement systems that perform under pressure, protect your investment, and meet ADA and safety standards even on complex terrain.
Whether you’re maintaining a mountain road, hillside driveway, or sloped parking area, here’s what you need to know.
⛰️ 1. Proper Grading Is Non-Negotiable
In mountain areas, grading isn’t just about appearance—it’s about safety. Slopes must be carefully designed to control runoff, prevent erosion, and eliminate trip hazards.
At WLP, we use:
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Laser-guided grading equipment
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Slope analysis to maintain proper drainage direction
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Retaining methods to prevent edge failure or sliding
This ensures your pavement holds up year after year—no matter the incline.
💧 2. Drainage Must Be Engineered, Not Assumed
Mountain terrain often means fast-moving water and poor absorption, especially after storms. Without proper drainage planning, your pavement can quickly suffer from washouts, base saturation, or even structural collapse.
We install:
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French drains
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Catch basins
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Swales and contour cuts
…tailored to your terrain and slope.
♿ 3. ADA Compliance on Slopes Requires Expert Planning
Achieving ADA accessibility on a hillside or inclined property is possible—but it requires precise elevation control, ramp design, and cross-slope management.
Our Mountain Division ensures:
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Slopes do not exceed 5% (or are ramped properly)
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Cross slopes are below 2%
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Transitions are smooth and clearly marked
🧱 4. Material Matters More in the Mountains
We often recommend hybrid paving solutions:
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Asphalt for its flexibility and quick installation
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Concrete for areas with static loads, vertical drop protection, or high erosion zones
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Geotextile stabilization under the subgrade for loose or unstable soils
This combination provides maximum performance and minimal maintenance.
🏞️ 5. Your Pavement Must Blend With Nature—and Hold Up to It
From residential cabins to mountain resorts and remote utility access roads, your pavement should be:
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Environmentally respectful
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Structurally reinforced
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Easy to maintain in hard-to-access locations
That’s where WLP – Mountain Division excels.
📞 Let’s Build Something That Lasts on Any Slope
Our team is ready to help you navigate mountain paving projects—from design to execution—with safety, compliance, and performance in mind.
👉 Schedule a site walk today with We Love Paving – Mountain Division.
We’re built for the climb. 🏔️
