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20Micropiles Installed·10Anchors Installed·55 ftInstallation Depth·6"Micropile Hole Size·4"Anchor Hole Size·20Micropiles Installed·10Anchors Installed·55 ftInstallation Depth·6"Micropile Hole Size·4"Anchor Hole Size·

Helical Micropile Foundation
in Victoria BC

Building Expansion in Downtown Victoria for Emil Anderson Construction
Victoria, BC
August 2015

A developer wanted to add a building expansion on a development near Downtown Victoria, BC. Neighbouring buildings bordered the project site closely and created a narrow work area. The implementation of a Helical Micropile foundation was the solution.

The Challenge

The site for this project presented many challenges. The project site was narrow so the neighbouring buildings were in danger of damage. The solution needed to provide a reliable foundation without putting the surrounding structures at risk.

The Solution

Our team designed and installed a foundation that used smaller equipment and grouted displacement piles. TerraCana was able to provide a pile-supported foundation with risk-free installation. The design used grouted displacement piles installed to a depth of 55 feet. We also encased the upper portion of the piles in PVC to prevent downdrag.

The Outcome

TerraCana delivered a pile-supported foundation with risk-free installation in a narrow urban site, protecting all neighbouring structures throughout the project.

Technical Specifications

No. of Micropiles
20
No. of Anchors
10
Design
Micropiles
Application
Communications Tower
Pile Type
20 DCP Micropiles in 6 inch hole and 10 Anchors in 4 inch hole

Key Outcomes

Pile-supported foundation delivered with risk-free installation
Neighbouring structures protected throughout the project
Narrow urban site successfully navigated with smaller equipment

Victoria, BC

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