STRUCTURAL
Fresh Water Storage-Continued
n Steel Tower Structure:
rust
corrosion
loose, missing, bowed, bent or broken members
loose sway bracing
misaligmnent of tower legs
evidence of unstableness
n Wood Towers:
loose, missing, twisted, bowed, cracked or split pieces
rot
termite infestation
misalignment of tower legs
evidence of unstableness
n Wood and/or Steel Ladders, Walkways, Guardrails, Handrails and
Stairways:
rust corrosion
poor anchorage
loose or missing pieces
other damage
n Handholes, Manholes, Access Doors, Hatchways and Other Covers:
loose
missing
broken
rust
corrosion
improper fit
damaged or missing hardware
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