Water Tower Inspection

„Aukstata“ was approached regarding a decommissioned water tower that was planned to be converted into administrative premises. When renovating a structure and changing its purpose, a special inspection is required. During such an inspection, the condition of the structure is assessed, and it is determined whether windows can be installed in the tower walls and, if so, how many and of what size. Having accumulated long-term experience in the modernization of infrastructure of various purposes, „Aukstata“ experts carried out the following works for this 35 m high concrete tower:

• a special inspection;
• measurements of deviation from the vertical axis;
• verification of the technical condition of the structure;
• documentation of existing damage and defects of the tower;
• concrete strength measurements (by non-destructive methods);
• determination of reinforcement layout (by non-destructive methods using specialized equipment) and its condition (by destructive methods);
• measurement of carbonation depth (by destructive methods).

The original construction or design documentation of the water tower has not been preserved; therefore, a 3D laser scanner was employed for project implementation. This technology was used to determine the tower’s inclination, assess structural defects, deformations, and foundation settlement, and to collect detailed dimensional data of the structure. The water tower inspection carried out by highly qualified „Aukstata“ specialists ensured a smooth start to the water tower renovation project.