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Root Barrier System

Application Overview

Tree root intrusion is a major cause of damage to pavements, utilities, waterproofing systems, and landscape structures. POME’s engineered root barrier solution integrates high-performance drainage geocomposites to block root penetration while maintaining controlled water movement within the soil. This dual-function system ensures long-term protection for surrounding infrastructure and promotes healthier, more predictable root growth.

Challenges in Landscape and Infrastructure Protection

Root Intrusion
Aggressive root systems migrate toward moisture, damaging pavements, liners, pipes, and retaining structures.
Water Accumulation
Traditional impermeable barriers trap water, creating pockets of saturated soil that promote instability.
Differential Settlement
Soil wetting and drying cycles beneath pavements or hardscape areas lead to uneven ground movement.
Maintenance Issues
Repairing root damage to pavements or buried utilities is costly and disruptive.

POME’s Solution

Durable Geocomposite Root Intrusion Barrier
Utilizes a high-performance geocomposite barrier designed to block aggressive root growth while maintaining long-term mechanical integrity.
High-Flow Drainage for Soil and Structure Stability
Integrates efficient drainage capacity to prevent water accumulation and stabilize soils behind pavements, liners, and structural elements.
Moisture Control to Reduce Settlement Risk
Regulates moisture movement within the soil mass, minimizing differential settlement and protecting adjacent infrastructure.
Project-Specific Engineered Design
Optimizes barrier depth, alignment, and discharge locations based on vegetation type, soil conditions, and performance requirements to ensure reliable long-term results.

Benefits

Maintains Soil Drainage and Stability without trapping water

Extends Service Life of Landscape and Hardscape Assets

Reduces Maintenance Costs associated with root-related damage

Engineered for Efficiency

POME’s root barrier systems combine advanced drainage technology with proven geosynthetic durability to deliver long-term protection for urban infrastructure, pavements, retaining structures, and landscape environments. By preventing root intrusion and controlling moisture movement simultaneously, the system provides a stable and predictable soil environment—essential for sustainable landscape development.