Water pressure can significantly damage bulkheads and seawalls, causing cracks, displacement, and even complete failure. When water accumulates behind the structure due to insufficient bulkhead drainage, it exerts tremendous pressure. Consequently, this pressure fractures concrete and destabilizes soil behind the wall.
A Comprehensive Bulkhead Drainage Solution
Therefore, a comprehensive drainage solution is essential to combat these issues. First, a Seawall Repair Network® contractor injects a specially engineered repair polymer behind the seawall. This material solidifies the unstable soil, creating a lightweight, supportive mass. Subsequently, this mass serves as the foundation for the next phase: drainage channel creation.
Strategically placed drainage channels are located at the main waterline mark or existing weephole locations. The contractor cores these channels through the seawall and the layer of injected polymer, extending into the solidified soil behind the wall. After creation, proprietary drainage filters are installed within these channels. These filters regulate water pressure by allowing water to pass through. Meanwhile, they prevent soil migration and void formation behind the seawall.
The Benefits of a Multi-Faceted System
This multi-faceted approach provides a lasting solution for seawall stabilization. Soil solidification, drainage channel creation, and drainage filter installation work together to control water pressure. As a result, this system addresses immediate damage concerns and prevents future issues. Consequently, it ensures long-term structural integrity and safeguards adjacent property.
An Ounce of Prevention is Worth a Pound of Cure
Investing in a robust drainage solution for your seawall prevents costly future repairs. Additionally, it provides peace of mind. By prioritizing effective drainage, you can ensure the longevity and stability of your bulkhead or seawall for years to come.
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