Culverts are tunnels that allow water to flow freely, and they sometimes also act as bridges for traffic flowing over the top of them. Commonly used materials for culvert construction include structural steel plate and corrugated steel pipe, as well as concrete, plastic, aluminum tubes, and high-density polyethylene. Below is a guide to steel culverts, their construction, and their uses.

What Are Steel Culverts?

Structural steel plate is a common choice for culvert construction when it needs to be durable and corrosion-resistant. Rounded corrugated steel pipes offer flexibility, and they are often chosen because their strength and flexibility allow them to bear heavy loads, making them ideal for tunnels that will have traffic driving over them. 

How Are They Beneficial?

By allowing the free movement of water, steel culverts help to prevent erosion and flooding. They also provide pathways for run-off water and enable wildlife to move freely within waterways. As well as being used to make water flow safely, the water control allowed by culverts is also useful for farming and engineering. Water can be diverted toward or away from certain places as needed to promote healthy growth and prevent fields from becoming too saturated. 

Culverts are generally out of sight and can be buried under soil or rock. That means they can do the job without changing the aesthetics of the land or presenting obstacles for mowing or maintenance. They can even be used to control the flow of water on residential properties. Steel culverts are popular because they offer easy installation and lightweight construction, and they are more visually appealing than other materials.

Pipe Plus has been providing quality steel culverts to commercial and residential clients in the Willow Springs area for more than 20 years. Specializing in structural steel frames, fabrication, and custom metal buildings, they have a large inventory of steel culverts to suit a wide variety of projects. They often work with farms and offer equipment such as grain bins and hay feeders along with pipe culverts and steel tubing. Along with structural steel frames, piping, and farm equipment, they have a large fabrication shop and also offer welding supplies. Their welcoming and knowledgeable staff has a focus on customer services. To inquire, call (417) 469-5292 or visit their website.