This forward-thinking infrastructure project in Houston, TX involved overlaying a major commuter highway with graphene-enhanced concrete — creating a longer-lasting, crack-resistant surface capable of withstanding heavy truck loads, harsh weather conditions, and nonstop traffic flow. The Graphene Solution delivered materials tailored for strength, resilience, and speed.
Traditional overlays on Texas highways often fail within years due to rutting, temperature swings, and expansion joint stress. This Smart Highway project required concrete that could cure quickly, endure high-volume traffic, and resist common failures like spalling and early fatigue cracking.
We provided a graphene-reinforced mix with superior tensile properties, reduced drying shrinkage, and better load distribution. As a result, lane closures were minimized, construction moved faster, and the overlay is now equipped to handle more weight and wear — for much longer.
Our graphene concrete created a smoother, more durable highway surface — with less maintenance, longer intervals between repairs, and improved safety for Houston drivers.
Thanks to our advanced mix, this major overlay project reduced project time by 25%, minimized the risk of early cracking, and achieved higher surface precision. Crews completed the work with fewer delays, and traffic resumed safely on a high-performance surface designed for long-term use.
The Smart Highway Overlay is now a key example of how graphene-enhanced infrastructure can cut costs, lower emissions, and stand up to real-world wear — all while aligning with Texas DOT’s evolving performance standards.
