Biodeterioration of concrete piling in the Arabian Gulf

Journal Article · Fri Mar 01 00:00:00 EST 1985 · Soc. Pet. Eng. AIME, Pap.; (United States)

DOI:https://doi.org/10.2118/13687-MS· OSTI ID:5199355

Jadkowski, T K; Wiltsie, E A

Concrete is one of the most widely used materials in marine construction because of its characteristic durability in sea environments. Recent inspection of concrete piles installed in the Arabian Gulf has revealed that concrete with high content of calcareous aggregate is susceptible to biodeterioration. Marine rock borers and sponges, which are common in areas where the seabed is composed of limestone rock, have been identified as the marine species responsible for the biodeterioration. Boring organisms pose a significant threat to concrete pile structural integrity. Boreholes deteriorate concrete and expose outer pile reinforcement to seawater. This paper describes the causes and magnitude of biodeterioration of piles installed in the Arabian Gulf and presents design parameters and material specifications for the selected preventive repair system.

• Research Organization: Arabian American Oil Co.
• OSTI ID: 5199355
• Journal Information: Soc. Pet. Eng. AIME, Pap.; (United States), Vol. SPE13687
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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