Structural Defects
Causes of Structural Defects
Structural defects are common with stormwater infrastructure. Over time, consistent wear and tear of fast-moving runoff leads to shifting and deteriorating infrastructure. External forces like expanding root systems, animals and extreme temperature changes exacerbate small issues into larger failures.
Preparing for and Avoiding Structural Defects
Even with regular maintenance, structural defects in stormwater infrastructure can be expected. However, it is crucial to repair issues at the original source. In many cases, the failures that are easily spotted are symptoms of larger, undiscovered problems. Investigation and effective root cause analysis will protect you from fixing problems that reappear months later.
If left unrepaired, structural defects will lead to the failure of your stormwater system and regulatory violations. To repair these defects, stormwater professionals may replace structures, repair structures or inject grout in smaller voids.
Common Structural Defects
Corrosion
Pipe Displacement
Root Intrusion
Sinkholes
Spalling
Delamination
AQUALIS stormwater professionals inspected a retail property and found severe damage to multiple catch basins, necessitating repairs to prevent environmental liability and ensure site operations.
Catch Basin Spay Cast | Beaver Dam, Wisconsin
The detached pipe on this property allowed water to flow freely over unprotected soil, leading to the massive eroded area.
Severe Outlet Erosion | Athens, Georgia
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