Smooth paths that people enjoy riding.
Asphalt paving for greenways, bike paths, walking trails and park paths, with proper width, grades, drainage and edge support.
- Widths: Typically 8 to 12 ft for shared paths
- Thickness: Often 2 to 3 in. over compacted stone
- Slope: Kept within accessibility limits
What it is, and why it matters.
Paved paths need the right width, a smooth surface and good drainage, since water is their biggest enemy. We build a prepared subgrade and stone base, pave a thinner but dense asphalt layer for bicycles, strollers and walkers and shape the surface with a crown or cross-slope so water runs off.
Across Nashville and Tennessee, we work for parks departments, greenway projects, campuses, neighborhoods and private estates. Accessibility slopes, tree-root control, bridges and crossings are all part of the planning. We also add shoulders and edge support so the asphalt stays intact where it meets grass, and we stripe crossings and warnings where needed.
Four things done right.
Smooth for all users
Good for bikes, strollers and walkers.
Drains well
Crowns and slopes shed water.
Edges supported
Shoulders prevent breakup.
Accessible
Slopes planned from the start.
From first visit to bike paths and trails.
- 01
Plan the route
Width, slope and crossings reviewed.
- 02
Prepare the base
Subgrade graded and stone compacted.
- 03
Pave
Asphalt laid and rolled smooth.
- 04
Edges and markings
Shoulders built; crossings marked.
Bike Paths and Trails across Tennessee.
We do this work in 56 cities, from downtown Nashville to Memphis, Knoxville, Chattanooga and the Tri-Cities.
Bike Paths and Trails: common questions
How wide should a shared path be?
Many shared-use paths are eight to twelve feet wide, depending on traffic and standards. We plan the width for how the path will be used.
Will roots break up the asphalt?
Roots can lift pavement near trees. We use root barriers, adjust routes where possible and build a firm base to reduce the problem.
How do I get a price for bike paths and trails?
Fill in the form or call 615-209-7643. We schedule a free site visit, measure, check drainage and the existing pavement and send a written proposal that lists exactly what is included.
Ready to talk about bike paths and trails?
A free site visit and a written price. A real person calls back, usually the same day.