Drilled Shafts in Gypsum Rock
Drilled Shafts in Gypsum Rock
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I am designing drilled shafts socketed into natural gypsum rock. The entire shafts shall be constructed in salt water environment. Has anyone know what is the possibility of a chemical interaction occurring between the sulphate and the shaft concrete? Does Cement Type V would provide enough protection in this case?





RE: Drilled Shafts in Gypsum Rock
The FHWA drilled shaft design guidance discusses many aspects of drilled shaft design, construction and performance. You should download a copy and peruse the relevant sections. References are given for more detailed studies.
Jeff