How can I stabilize my concrete bulkhead?
The steps to stabilize the bulkhead and prevent further lean or collapse of the bulkhead depends on the type of bulkhead 1. Drive a new wall pile in front of the weep hole in the concrete sheeting 2. Dig a trench behind the bulkhead for a new tie-back rod 3. Drive a new deadman pile 4. Install new rod though new wall pile and deadman and tighten.
Can a bulkhead be pulled back to its original position?
In addition to the steps above, if you want to “pull” the bulkhead back to its original position you must dig all the dirt out from behind the bulkhead so that the wall can be pulled back. You must relieve the pressure of the dirt from behind the bulkhead to move it back into place.
What do you put in front of a bulkhead?
We have also seen some repairs where the contractor or homeowner has placed new vinyl sheeting in front of the old bulkhead and filled the gap with dirt. The new sheeting is bolted to the outside of the old rotting wooden bulkhead.
What is the anchor pile behind a bulkhead?
This is the anchor pile which is driven into the ground usually 10-12ft behind the bulkhead. This pile is replaceable if it shows signs of rot. One of the most common problems I run across is losing land behind the bulkhead. Basically, your bulkhead is “Leaking” dirt.
In addition to the steps above, if you want to “pull” the bulkhead back to its original position you must dig all the dirt out from behind the bulkhead so that the wall can be pulled back. You must relieve the pressure of the dirt from behind the bulkhead to move it back into place.
Why do you need a stop log in a bulkhead?
Bulkheads ensure the seal-off of water from work zones in order to provide safe working environments. Closure systems, such as bulkhead gates, can dewater structures and regulate the rate of water flow in spillways. A stop-log system is used to close passages when the opening is less than 20 feet long.
What to consider when using bulkhead material for?
When you are using wood bulkhead material, you can anchor stanchions into a concrete footing or place timbers on a solid foundation base and drive reinforced steel rods through the timbers. Retaining walls are only meant to keep the soil in place, not to dam the water that runs down the slope.
The steps to stabilize the bulkhead and prevent further lean or collapse of the bulkhead depends on the type of bulkhead 1. Drive a new wall pile in front of the weep hole in the concrete sheeting 2. Dig a trench behind the bulkhead for a new tie-back rod 3. Drive a new deadman pile 4. Install new rod though new wall pile and deadman and tighten.