11-10-2016, 11:01 AM
Underwater construction is a method on how to place the concrete underwater. During the construction of bridges, dams or any structure where the foundation is most likely to lie underwater, the underwater construction is opted. Construction in water poses many difficulties especially in the places where the depth is considerable. During underwater construction, the main objective is to create dry and water free environment for working so that the stability of the structure is balanced.
Underwater Construction techniques:
Caissons
Cofferdams