Parks & Public Spaces
Products
Stormwater Management
KlassikDrain
General Purpose Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- 0.5% sloped systems
- Steel edge rails
- Steel, iron, and plastic grates
- EN1433 A–E grate loading
Brickslot
Slotted Paver Drains- Steel slotted channel covers
- Fits KlassikDrain K100/K200
- Discreetly supports pavers
- Heel-resistant options
- EN1433 A–C cover loading
EcoPanel
Permeable Aggregate Drains- Aggregate-filled channel covers
- Fits KlassikDrain K200
- UV-stable, resin-bonded
- Galvanized steel frames
- EN1433 A–B cover loading
SlabDrain
Shallow Depth Drains- Polymer concrete channels
- Constant depth systems
- Various edge rail & grate materials
- Shallow invert depth
- EN1433 A–F grate loading
Sumps
Multi-System Catch Basins- Polymer concrete bodies
- Constant depth systems
- Ductile iron frames/grates
- Standalone or system-integrated
- Supports AASHTO H20/HS20
ACO StormBrixx®
Modular Water TanksStormBrixx is a geocellular stormwater storage solution designed to maximize capacity in areas with depth or space restrictions. Its modular, brick-bonding design ensures stability, while lightweight construction simplifies installation alongside existing utilities. Built for durability with a 50–60 year design life, StormBrixx offers reliable water management that reduces excavation needs and provides long-lasting performance in urban and industrial environments.
MonoBloc
Monolithic DrainsGrate-free polymer concrete channels built for high and heavy traffic. Monolithic build leads to increased security, stability, and EN1433 A–E load support.
Sand Traps
Sand BasinsPolymer concrete basins with rubber matting designed to capture displaced sand, keeping adjacent areas cleaner and easier to maintain.
Safety Curbs
Field CurbingPolymer concrete curbing to create boundaries for fields, sandboxes, jump pits, and other applications. Rubber safety edge included to minimize contact injury.
ACO UtilityDuct
Utility TrenchUtility Duct provides a reliable surface-level solution for housing and protecting utilities such as cables and pipes. Made from durable polymer concrete, it shields people from hazardous contents while allowing safe, continuous access via removable covers. Resistant to chemicals, oils, and heavy loads, UtilityDuct delivers long-lasting performance in commercial and industrial environments.
Case Studies
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Ameris Bank Amphitheatre
Alpharetta, GeorgiaFormerly known as the Verizon Wireless Ampitheater, the Ameris Bank Amphitheater at Encore Park in Alpharetta, GA reopened in 2018. The amphitheater originally opened in 2008 but kept facing some drainage issues. Problem: A retrofit drain installation was needed to remove standing water and slip hazards in the seating area… Read More -
Avalon Harbor East
Baltimore, MarylandThis high trafficked, common walking area surrounded by restaurants, hotels, commercial offices, shopping, and the Johns Hopkins Carey Business School is right on the Patapsco River. Problem: A low profile drainage solution was required create a barrier on the sidewalk between th walking path and a planting strip. Read More -
Baltimore Peninsula
Baltimore, MarylandACO KlassikDrain K50 was installed across pedestrian areas at Baltimore Peninsula to manage stormwater during heavy rain. The low profile channel and pedestrian safe grates provide discreet, efficient drainage that reduces ponding and improves walkability, enhancing the district’s resilience without distracting from the waterfront streetscape. -
Boston Children’s Museum
Boston, MassachusettsACO KlassikDrain K100 with perforated steel grates was installed to limit runoff into Fort Point Channel and support stormwater reuse goals. Galvanized edges butt neatly to pavers, while locked ADA-compliant grates and minimal pipework simplify maintenance and keep pedestrian areas safe. -
Euclid Waterfront
Euclid, OhioThe Euclid, Ohio Waterfront Improvement Project is a transformational, precedent-setting erosion mitigation and public access infrastructure project that is essential for livability, economic growth and community resiliency. Problem: Phase 2 of the project focused on the restoration of a 3/4-mile stretch of shoreline as well as the construction of an… Read More -
Golden Gate Bridge
San Francisco, CaliforniaThe Golden Gate Bridge Visitor’s Experience Center was newly renovated to give guests information related to its tremendous 746′ tall towers, sweeping main cables, signature International Orange color, and art deco styling. Problem: This job required the designer to incorporate a drainage system with the aesthetics of the area in… Read More -
Great Lakes National Cemetery
Holly, MichiganACO FlowDrain FG200 was installed at Great Lakes National Cemetery to manage stormwater and minimize ponding. Its hydraulic performance evacuates runoff quickly, protecting walkways and ceremonial areas and maintaining safe, accessible grounds during heavy rain. -
Green Bay Titletown Podium Landscape
Green Bay, WisconsinThis high-visibility mixed-use development for the Green Bay Packers consists of a variety of residential, office, and commercial uses that cap the Titletown development that emanates from Lambeau Field. The podium is a significant raised open space that occurs over surface parking and becomes a commons of sort for the… Read More -
Hall of Justice
Los Angeles, CaliforniaACO KlassikDrain KS200 with 647Q stainless grates manages runoff around entrances and civic walkways at the Hall of Justice. The stainless finish resists corrosion, the heel-safe pattern supports accessibility, and modular channels simplify maintenance while preserving the building’s formal aesthetic. -
Lake St Clair Metropark
Township, MichiganOur ACO Climate Tunnel was installed on a highway near Lake St. Clair Metropark in Michigan to address wildlife crossing challenges. Working with the client, ACO delivered a solution that improved road safety while enabling safe wildlife passage near this major waterway connecting Lake Erie and Lake Huron. -
Marriott’s Shadow Ridge Golf Club
Palm Desert, CaliforniaMarriott’s Shadow Ridge Golf Club provides golfers with year-round availability in sunny Southern California with lush local greenery and a view of the San Jacinto and Santa Rosa Mountains. Problem: When the rain does eventually fall in the region, excess stormwater must be drained quickly to keep the course healthy,… Read More -
Phoenix Valley Metro Rail
Phoenix, ArizonaThe Phoenix Valley Metro Light Rail added 42 miles of new light rail and hosted stations in the metropolitan area. Today, approximately 50,000 riders use the system daily. Problem: The construction of the Phoenix Valley Metro Light Rail called for a variety of surface drainage solutions. Although Arizona is a… Read More -
Red Rocks Amphitheater
Morrison, ColoradoACO SlabDrain H100K with Type 478Q grates was installed at Red Rocks Amphitheatre to intercept runoff where depth is limited. The threshold trench drain manages rain and snowmelt along pedestrian paths and seating, preserving accessibility and safety in this high-altitude, high-traffic venue. -
Rodney Cook Sr. Park
Atlanta, GeorgiaRodney Cook Sr. Park is a 16-acre park in the Vine City neighborhood of Atlanta. Vine City has been plagued by a complex set of social and economic challenges, along with outdated infrastructure and severe flooding. The 16-acre park has been designed to alleviate the flooding by capturing and storing… Read More -
St. John Neumann Church
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Sundance Square
Fort Worth, TexasSundance Square has been a gathering place for downtown Fort Worth since 2013. It sums up Fort Worth: the history of the Wild West within a modern city. It’s also known as an entertainment hub, with small theaters, events and concerts at Sundance Square Plaza, and the Bass Performance Hall,… Read More -
Times Square
New York, New YorkTimes Square, sometimes referred to as “the Crossroads of the World” is a major commercial intersection, tourist destination, entertainment center, and is brightly lit by numerous billboards and advertisements. It is located in the Midtown Manhattan section of New York City, at the junction of Broadway and Seventh Avenue. Problem:… Read More -
United States Institute of Peace
Washington, D.C.ACO Brickslot 100 provides discreet pedestrian area drainage that does not distract from brick pavers or the landscape. The low profile slot supports accessible, secure circulation on this high visibility civic campus. -
Wheaton Memorial Park
Wheaton, IllinoisThe western suburbs’ newest outdoor entertainment and performing arts venue. The Memorial Park features a state-of-the-art bandshell and Veterans Memorial, dedicated outdoor recreational and event space nestled in Wheaton’s most charming and historic park. Problem: The renovation project called for an easy-tomaintain drainage system with a stainless steel pop-in grate… Read More
Considerations
Loading
- For pedestrian only areas, a system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class A is recommended. If wheeled carts are likely for deliveries then a higher load rating should be considered
- Parking areas will need to withstand frequent car and truck traffic, a drainage system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class C or higher is recommended
- Areas for delivery/maintenance vehicles will need to withstand heavy vehicle traffic, a system and grate with a minimum Load Rating of Class E is recommended. Drains located in areas where vehicles turn or stop should also consider these additional dynamic loads.
Application
- Aesthetics and grate choice or use of a discreet slotted system may be a priority
- ADA compliant, Heelsafe, and/or slip resistant grates may be required in pedestrian areas
- Athletic fields and play areas should consider track and field drainage and accessories from the ACO Sport range
Areas with large run-off volumes may be ideal for modular water storage such as ACO StormBrixx