marine construction
What is a Seawall? Seawalls are commonly confused with what are called “retaining walls,” and while they function similarly, there is one key difference between the two. While a retaining wall is meant to retain soil mass laterally so that the level of earth can be different on either side of the wall, a seawall…
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Why Are Seawalls Important? Changes in sea levels around the world cause an increase in wave and tide activity. In an effort to protect shorelines, especially around commercial and residential areas, the construction of seawalls is a necessity. California’s coastline is no stranger to commercial attractions, including expansive tourism, fishing, commercial trade, and recreation. Because…
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How Marine Contractors Install Piles in Southern California In southern marine construction, there are three primary methods for installing piles for piers and docking systems, each with their own set of benefits and proper application criteria. These three systems are: Impact driving method Vibrodriving method Water Jetting method Depending on the soil type, the scope…
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