We do not adhere to the ‘flat sheet’ design aspect of the AWWA standard, but we do design the tank sidewall sheet thicknesses per the requirements of AWWA per sections 5.4 and 5.5, as well as seismic requirements as defined in 14.3.4.2.3. All seismic loads are calculated per the requirements of chapter 14, including freeboard requirements.
Wind loads and requirements are determined by chapter 15 of AWWA, and we also utilize ASCE 7-16, chapter 29, which reflects much of the AWWA standard. The sidewall sheet design is based on a combination of AISI for bolted joint connections as well as the requirements set forth by AWWA chapter 5.
At Steel Core Tank, we understand what it’s like to be evacuated because of a wildfire and lose everything. We had the Tubbs Fire which burned through Santa Rosa.
Our hearts and prayers go out to our clients, friends, and family in Los Angeles for the devastating wildfires you are fighting.
We can’t restore what you have lost, but we certainly can help you rebuild and prepare for the future by offering any of our water storage tank solutions at a steep discount and as close to our cost as we can get it.
Stay LA Strong,
Steel Core Tank
