COFFERDAM

Double Wall Cofferdam

Cellular Cofferdam Earth Embankment Rockfill Cofferda

DEFINITION, SUISTABILITY, DESIGN AND DEFINITION, SUISTABIL

DEFINITION, CONSTRUCTION PROCESS, CONSTRUCTION PROCESS, ADVANTAGES CONSTRUCTION PROC
ADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES AND DISADVANTAGES
DEFINITION, SUISTABILITY, DIAPHRAGM &
CIRCULAR COFFERDAM, DESIGN AND
CONSTRUCTION PROCESS, ADVANTAGES
AND DISADVANTAGES
 COFFERDAM

CELLULAR COFFERDAM
Useful when the layer of water is over
20m

consist of interlocking steel plates

designed to resist lateral forces without
the need for bracing

used only in those circumstances where

the excavation size precludes the use of
cross-excavation bracing

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TYPES OF CELLULAR COFFERDAM

Cloverleaf Cellular

Circular Cellular Diaphragm Cellular

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CELLULAR COFFERDAM

Circular Cellular
Set of large diameter main circular cells
interconnected by arcs of smaller cells.
Connecting cell walls perpendicular to
walls of main circular cells.
Segmental arcs joined by special T-piles
to main cells.
Circular type cofferdams are self-
sustaining and independent of adjacent
cells.
Each cell can be filled independently.

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CELLULAR COFFERDAM

Diaphragm Cellular
Consists of circular arcs on inner and
outer sides connected by straight
diaphragm walls.
Utilizes specially fabricated Y-elements to
connect curved parts and diaphragms.
Necessary to fill adjacent cells at
approximately the same rate

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CELLULAR COFFERDAM

Cloverleaf Cellular
Normally used where height and
mass, required for stability, prohibit
the use of the single-radius circular
cell.
Self-sustained unit
Often used for end cells, corner
cells, tie-ins, and anchors

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CELLULAR COFFERDAM
Design and Construction Process
Cellular Cofferdam
ADVANTAGES
Great for deep water
Provides greater stability
Offers a safe and watertight environment that can
protect workers
Can be constructed using various materials
Provides a large working area for construction or
repair activities
Cellular Cofferdam
DISADVANTAGES
More complex and time-consuming
Most expensive option for damming an area
The process of dismantling the structure can still disturb
sediment and marine habitats.
Over time, the weight of the cofferdam and construction
activities within the enclosed area may lead to
settlement of the underlying soil or foundation.
Meeting environmental regulations and permits for
cofferdam installation and removal can be challenging
and may lead to delays.