Title: Deterioration in Precast Concrete Parking Garage

Author(s): Jerome P. O'Conner and Carlton A. Olson

Publication: Concrete International

Volume: 12

Issue: 11

Appears on pages(s): 52-54

Keywords: corrosion; deterioration; garages; parking facilities; precast concrete, prestressed concrete; repairs; General

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Date: 11/1/1990

Abstract:
Parking garages constructed of precast prestressed members are durable and suited for harsh environments, but are vulnerable to the same types of deterioration that are commonly found in cast-in-place garages. Site investigation of the garage found scaling and break-up of the topping slab, cracking of double tees, cracked haunches, and cracking of pour strips. Repairs were recommended to insure the integrity of the garage and to minimize future deterioration.