Water Tightness

"Most concrete structures have contraction, expansion, and construction joints. Joints can be a path for unwanted matter, liquids, solids, and gaseous substances to enter and pass through the concrete joint and possibly cause damage to the integrity and serviceability of the structure. Waterstops and other preformed joint materials are a primary line of defense against the passage of excessive amounts of these substances."^[1]

Best Practices Resources

Waterstops and Other Performed Joint Materials for Civil Works Structures (EM 1110-2-2102) (U.S. Army Corps of Engineers)

Trainings

On-Demand Webinar: Best Management Practices for Waterstop Selection, Installation, and Inspection

Citations:

↑ Waterstops and Other Performed Joint Materials for Civil Works Structures (EM 1110-2-2102) (USACE)

Revision ID: 5717
Revision Date: 12/14/2022

[EM2102-1] Waterstops and Other Performed Joint Materials for Civil Works Structures (EM 1110-2-2102) (USACE)

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