Four-Million Gallon Water Tank Supported by Ram Jack Helical Piles

Phoenix, Arizona, October 24, 2017 (Newswire.com) - HDR was adding a new underground tank to hold four million gallons of water, requiring a solid and reliable foundation to be built first to support the weight.  Ram Jack created a stabilization solution able to withstand two-times the expected weight.

A large water tank, capable of holding 4-million gallons of water, was to be built underground to supply water to nearby residents.  To support the weight, HDR knew a solid foundation was necessary, so they called in Ram Jack to work alongside them.

Up to 40-feet of soil was excavated in some placed to make way for the tank, and thus Ram Jack used a variety of helical pile diameters.  Once the piles were installed, a total of three pile tests were performed to ensure maximum performance.  

In the end, the piles had been successfully installed to support two-times the designed ultimate load, and everyone involved was thoroughly satisfied with the work, knowing water would be stored and supplied for years to come.

Source: Ram Jack