Project 4318

Long-Term Performance Prediction of Steel Pipe

$400,000
Completed
Principal Investigator
Paul Davis
Research Principal
Jian Zhang, PhD, PE
Contractor
CSIRO
Asset Management
Condition Assessment
Pipes

Abstract

This project identified condition assessment techniques, evaluated and recommended accelerated material life testing methods, and developed life expectancy methodologies for carbon steel pipes that are used in the United States and Australia. Drinking water utilities can use this report to help determine the most cost-effective rehabilitation alternatives, including operational changes. Research partner: CSIRO. Published in 2016.