Whenever an excavation is made below the water table there is a risk that it will become unstable or flood unless measures are taken to control the groundwater in the surrounding soil. This publication provides information and guidance on dewatering methods used to control groundwater as part of the temporary works for construction projects.Subjects covered include potential effect of groundwater on construction works, groundwater control techniques, safety management and contractual matters, legal and environmental issues, site investigation requirements and design methods for groundwater control schemes.The guide explains the principles and gives practical information for the effective and safe design, installation and operation of such works.
- ISBN10 0860177556
- ISBN13 9780860177555
- Publish Date 18 April 2016 (first published 29 August 2000)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Publisher CIRIA
- Imprint Construction Industry Research & Information Association (CIRIA)
- Edition 2nd Revised edition
- Format Paperback
- Language English