Plastic Water Filled Barrier vs. Concrete Jersey Barrier: Pros & Cons

A common question we get asked is: will the plastic water-filled barriers protect as well as a concrete barrier?

For many, this may seem obvious because concrete outweighs water by a significant amount. However, concrete K-Rail (Traffic Barriers) are simply not feasible due to equipment or spacial limitations, when water-filled barricades are easy to move around while empty.

So what are the pros and cons?

CONCRETE HIGHWAY BARRIER:

PROS

• Stronger structural integrity against vehicle impact
• Best suited for a permanent security barrier solutions
• Tractor trailer drivers will know when they back into it
• Used barriers still functional
• Cannot be moved by hand
• Withstand cold and heat
• Can be painted

• Weight – Require Machinery
• Require Machinery to move or relocate
• Little aesthetic appeal
• High shipping cost

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