RCP PIPE
TDR BRAVO® is our reinforced concrete pipe product line. Designed for use in culvert, storm drain, and sewer pipe projects, TDR BRAVO® is made with a mix of high-quality materials to ensure exceptional strength and a leakproof, watertight joint — delivering optimal hydraulic performance.
DESIGN FEATURES
STANDARDS PIPE
| PIPE | |
| ASTMC76 |
STANDARDS JOINT
| JOINT / GASKET | ||
| ASTM C443 | ||
| ASTM C1619 |
APPLICATIONS
OTHER PRODUCTS
Perforated
TDR Perforated Series
HDPE perforated pipe — high inflow rate, covers 70% of surface area
Polypropylene
TDR Pro
Corrugated polypropylene pipe engineered for high-performance drainage
CTS Pressure
TDR Forza Flow
CTS pressure pipe for residential and commercial plumbing applications
PP Fittings
TDR Link Pro
Polypropylene fittings compatible with TDR Pro corrugated systems
PVC
TDR PVC IPS Series
IPS series PVC pipe for pressure and non-pressure piping systems
PVC
TDR PVC SCH40
Schedule 40 PVC pipe for plumbing, irrigation, and conduit applications
Water Management
TDR Stormbreaker
Underground retention and detention water management system
Water Quality
TDR Brid-Jet
Water quality unit designed to filter and treat stormwater runoff
Frequently Asked Questions
What is TDR BRAVO® pipe used for?
TDR BRAVO® is a reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) for concrete culverts, storm drains, and highway drainage. It is available in 18-inch through 84-inch diameters.
What is reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) used for?
Reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) is used for high-strength gravity drainage and culvert applications such as storm drains and highway crossings, where rigidity and long service life are required. TDR BRAVO® is an RCP pipe built for these applications in 18-inch through 84-inch sizes.
What pipe is best for culverts?
For culverts, reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) is a common choice because of its high strength, rigidity, and non-flammable structure. TDR BRAVO® RCP pipe is designed for concrete culverts and highway drainage, available in Classes III, IV, and V.
Should I use concrete or HDPE pipe for storm drains and culverts?
Reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) offers maximum rigidity and load capacity with no deflection concerns, while HDPE is lighter and corrosion-resistant. TDR offers both: TDR BRAVO® (RCP pipe) for culverts and heavy-load drainage, and TDR ULTRA® (dual-wall corrugated HDPE) for storm and gravity drainage.
What sizes and classes does TDR BRAVO® come in?
TDR BRAVO® RCP pipe is available in 18-inch through 84-inch diameters, with a Type-B wall in Classes III, IV, and V.
What standards does TDR BRAVO® meet?
TDR BRAVO® meets ASTM C76 for reinforced concrete pipe and ASTM C443 for joints, with joint design per ASTM C1619.
How are TDR BRAVO® pipe joints made?
TDR BRAVO® uses ASTM C1619 joints in three configurations: straight wall (48–84 inch), confined (30–42 inch), and single offset (18–24 inch), for a leakproof, watertight connection.
What are the advantages of reinforced concrete pipe?
Reinforced concrete pipe (RCP) offers high strength with no excess deflection concerns, lower embedment material cost, reduced likelihood of flotation, and a non-flammable structure. TDR BRAVO® delivers these benefits for culvert and storm drain projects.