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DIVISION 35 - WATERWAY AND MARINE CONSTRUCTION

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FRP COMPOSITES FOR LOW-HEAD WATER CONTROL STRUCTURES

08/18, CHG 1: 08/20

PART 1 GENERAL

1.1 SCOPE
1.2 UNIT PRICES
1.2.1 Unit of Measure
1.3 REFERENCES
1.4 DEFINITIONS
1.4.1 Design Head
1.4.2 Failure Critical Member
1.4.3 Fracture Critical Member
1.4.4 FRP Composites
1.4.5 Low-Head Water Control Structure
1.4.6 Stoplog
1.4.7 Vertical Lift Gate
1.4.8 Weir Dam
1.5 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING
1.6 SUBMITTALS
1.7 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS
1.7.1 Spare Parts
1.8 QUALITY CONTROL
1.8.1 General
1.8.2 Regulatory Requirements
1.8.3 Contractor, Manufacturer, and Engineer Qualifications
1.9 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING
1.9.1 General
1.9.2 Handling and Storage
1.10 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS
1.10.1 Design Parameters
1.11 WARRANTY

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

2.1.1 Design Requirements

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 2.1.1.1 Mechanical Anchorage
2.1.2 Performance Requirements
2.2 MANUFACTURED UNITS
2.2.1 Bolts, Nuts and Washers
2.2.1.1 Bolts
2.2.1.2 Nuts
2.2.1.3 Washers
2.2.2 Anchorage
2.2.2.1 Anchor Rods
2.2.2.2 Anchor Nuts
2.2.2.3 Anchor Washers
2.2.2.4 Anchor Plate Washers
2.2.2.5 [Sleeve Anchors][Adhesive Anchors]
2.3 EQUIPMENT
2.4 MATERIALS
2.4.1 FRP Composites
2.4.2 Structural Steel
2.4.3 Stainless Steel
2.4.4 Aluminum
2.4.5 Rubber Seals
2.4.6 Ultrahigh Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)
2.5 FABRICATION
2.5.1 Drawings and Specifications
2.5.2 Fabrication Drawings
2.5.3 Fabrication Tolerances
2.5.4 Delivery Drawings
2.6 TESTS, INSPECTIONS, AND VERIFICATIONS
2.6.1 General
2.6.2 Inspection
2.6.3 Operation Tests Prior to Installation

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION
3.2 PREPARATION
3.2.1 Protection
3.3 INSTALLATION
3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL
3.4.1 Tests
3.5 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES
3.5.1 Demonstration and Training
3.5.2 Data Book
3.6 WARRANTY
3.6.1 Manufacturer's Warranty
3.6.2 Contractor's Warranty for Installation
3.6.3 Contractor's Five (5) Year No Penal Sum Warranty

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FRP COMPOSITES FOR LOW-HEAD WATER CONTROL STRUCTURES

08/18, CHG 1: 08/20

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NOTE: This guide specification covers design-build
gates and stop logs or boards made from fiber
reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials for use
in low-head water control structures and weirs.
Structures covered by this specification are to have
a maximum static hydraulic head of 6.1 meters20 feet,
accounting for overflow, a maximum height of 3.7
meters12 feet and a maximum width of 3.7 meters12
feet. This guide specification is not applicable if
catastrophic failure of the water control structure
would create a life safety risk as per ER
1110-2-1156. This specification covers the
performance requirements for composite gates and
stop logs or boards as well as appurtenant
components such as seals, guide frames, anchors and
fasteners.

Adhere to UFC 1-300-02 Unified Facilities Guide

Specifications (UFGS) Format Standard when editing
this guide specification or preparing new project
specification sections. Edit this guide
specification for project specific requirements by
adding, deleting, or revising text. For bracketed
items, choose applicable item(s) or insert
appropriate information.

Remove information and requirements not required in

respective project, whether or not brackets are
present.

Comments, suggestions and recommended changes for

this guide specification are welcome and should be
submitted as a Criteria Change Request (CCR).

Units of work normally included should be FRP items

which require specific fabrication to meet the
desired project requirements.
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PART 1 GENERAL

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maximum width must not be increased.
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1.1 SCOPE

This guide specification covers low-head FRP water control structures,

such as gates, valves or stoplogs, and any appurtenant features defined in
the Contract Drawings that have a maximum static hydraulic head of 6.1
meters20 feet, accounting for overflow, a maximum height of 3.7 meters12
feet and a maximum width of 3.7 meters12 feet.

1.2 UNIT PRICES

Payment must constitute full compensation for furnishing all plant, labor,
materials and equipment and performing all operations necessary for
fabricating and installing the [Stoplogs] [Vertical Lift Gate] [_____] as
specified.

1.2.1 Unit of Measure

Unit of measure: lump sum.

1.3 REFERENCES

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The publications listed below form a part of this specification to the

extent referenced. The publications are referred to within the text by
the basic designation only.

AMERICAN COMPOSITES MANUFACTURER'S ASSOCIATION (ACMA)

ACMA Code (2011) Code of Standard Practice: Industry

Guidelines for Fabrication and
Installation of Pultruded FRP Structures

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 AMERICAN SOCIETY OF CIVIL ENGINEERS (ASCE)

ASCE 7-16 (2017; Errata 2018; Supp 1 2018) Minimum

Design Loads and Associated Criteria for
Buildings and Other Structures

AMERICAN SOCIETY OF MECHANICAL ENGINEERS (ASME)

ASME B18.2.2 (2022) Nuts for General Applications:

Machine Screw Nuts, and Hex, Square, Hex
Flange, and Coupling Nuts (Inch Series)

ASME B18.21.1 (2009; R 2016) Washers: Helical

Spring-Lock, Tooth Lock, and Plain Washers
(Inch Series)

ASME B18.22M (1981; R 2017) Metric Plain Washers

AMERICAN WATER WORKS ASSOCIATION (AWWA)

AWWA C563 (2014) Fabricated Composite Slide Gates

ASTM INTERNATIONAL (ASTM)

ASTM A36/A36M (2019) Standard Specification for Carbon

Structural Steel

ASTM A193/A193M (2023) Standard Specification for

Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting
Materials for High-Temperature Service and
Other Special Purpose Applications

ASTM A276/A276M (2017) Standard Specification for

Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes

ASTM A307 (2021) Standard Specification for Carbon

Steel Bolts, Studs, and Threaded Rod 60
000 PSI Tensile Strength

ASTM A320/A320M (2022a) Standard Specification for

Alloy-Steel and Stainless Steel Bolting
for Low-Temperature Service

ASTM A563 (2021; E 2022a) Standard Specification for

Carbon and Alloy Steel Nuts

ASTM A564/A564M (2019) Standard Specification for

Hot-Rolled and Cold-Finished Age-Hardening
Stainless Steel Bars and Shapes

ASTM A709/A709M (2021) Standard Specification for

Structural Steel for Bridges

ASTM A992/A992M (2022) Standard Specification for

Structural Steel Shapes

ASTM B209 (2014) Standard Specification for Aluminum

and Aluminum-Alloy Sheet and Plate

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ASTM B308/B308M (2010; R 2020) Standard Specification for
Aluminum-Alloy 6061-T6 Standard Structural
Profiles

ASTM D395 (2016; E 2017) Standard Test Methods for

Rubber Property - Compression Set

ASTM D412 (2016; R 2021) Standard Test Methods for

Vulcanized Rubber and Thermoplastic
Elastomers - Tension

ASTM D471 (2016a) Standard Test Method for Rubber

Property - Effect of Liquids

ASTM D572 (2004; R 2019) Rubber Deterioration by

Heat and Oxygen

ASTM D638 (2014) Standard Test Method for Tensile

Properties of Plastics

ASTM D792 (2013) Density and Specific Gravity

(Relative Density) of Plastics by
Displacement

ASTM D1894 (2014) Static and Kinetic Coefficients of

Friction of Plastic Film and Sheeting

ASTM D2240 (2015; E 2017) Standard Test Method for

Rubber Property - Durometer Hardness

ASTM D2563 (2008) Classifying Visual Defects in

Glass-Reinforced Plastic Laminate Parts

ASTM D3917 (2015a) Standard Specification for

Dimensional Tolerance of Thermosetting
Glass-Reinforced Plastic Pultruded Shapes

ASTM D4020 (2011) Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight

Polyethylene Molding and Extrusion
Materials

ASTM D4329 (2013) Standard Practice for Fluorescent

UV Exposure of Plastics

ASTM D4385 (2010) Standard Practice for Classifying

Visual Defects in Thermosetting Reinforced
Plastic Pultruded Products

ASTM E488/E488M (2022) Standard Test Methods for Strength

of Anchors in Concrete Elements

ASTM F436/F436M (2019) Standard Specification for Hardened

Steel Washers Inch and Metric Dimensions

ASTM F844 (2019) Standard Specification for Washers,

Steel, Plain (Flat), Unhardened for
General Use

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 ASTM F1554 (2020) Standard Specification for Anchor
Bolts, Steel, 36, 55, and 105-ksi Yield
Strength

ASTM F3125/F3125M (2019) Standard Specification for High

Strength Structural Bolts and Assemblies,
Steel and Alloy Steel, Heat Treated, Inch
Dimensions 120 ksi and 150 ksi Minimum
Tensile Strength, and Metric Dimensions
830 MPa and 1040 MPa Minimum Tensile
Strength

ASTM G154 (2023) Standard Practice for Operating

Fluorescent Ultraviolet (UV) Lamp
Apparatus for Exposure of Materials

RESEARCH COUNCIL ON STRUCTURAL CONNECTIONS (RCSC)

RCSC A348 (2020) RCSC Specification for Structural

Joints Using High-strength Bolts

1.4 DEFINITIONS

1.4.1 Design Head

The maximum differential head that will actually be applied to the gate
(from AWWA C563).

1.4.2 Failure Critical Member

Any member for which failure would cause collapse, partial collapse or
loss of functionality of the structure.

1.4.3 Fracture Critical Member

A steel member (or component thereof) that is in tension and whose failure
would result in collapse or partial collapse of the structure

1.4.4 FRP Composites

A Fiber Reinforced Polymer (FRP) member composed of fibers and resin

systems, including fillers and additives. These members are manufactured
via pultrusion, filament winding, vacuum infusion, hand lay-up or other
methods and may contain foam or wooden cores, metal frame members, other
previously produced FRP composites or other materials. This includes
structural shapes, sandwich panels, boards, or other members made of FRP.

1.4.5 Low-Head Water Control Structure

A gate, valve or stoplog structure with a maximum design head of 6.1 meters
20 feet, a maximum height of 3.7 meters12 feet, and a maximum width of 3.7
meters12 feet.

1.4.6 Stoplog

Horizontal members placed on top of each other fitting into a frame,

groove or channel on each side channel in the water control structure.

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1.4.7 Vertical Lift Gate

A gate that opens upward to allow water to flow under the gate. Vertical
lift gates may also be referred to as sluice gates or slide gates.

1.4.8 Weir Dam

A dam to control water level by flowing water over the top of the
structure; may include a control mechanism made of stoplogs or movable
gates.

1.5 SEQUENCING AND SCHEDULING

Before the work is commenced, submit the approved sequencing and

scheduling plan which illustrates that work affecting [railroads]
[roadways] [utilities] [appurtenances][_____] has been coordinated with
[_____]. The plan must include schedules, lists of labor or materials to
be provided to the affected [company] [agency], and any other aspects of
the work that may impact on the operations of these entities. The plan
must clearly demonstrate how all [railroad tracks] [public or private
roads, streets, or highways] [appurtenances] will be kept open to traffic
at all times during the construction period, except as otherwise specified
or directed or approved.

1.6 SUBMITTALS

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NOTE: Review Submittal Description (SD) definitions
in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES and edit
the following list, and corresponding submittal
items in the text, to reflect only the submittals
required for the project. The Guide Specification
technical editors have classified those items that
require Government approval, due to their complexity
or criticality, with a "G." Generally, other
submittal items can be reviewed by the Contractor's
Quality Control System. Only add a “G” to an item,
if the submittal is sufficiently important or
complex in context of the project.

For Army projects, fill in the empty brackets

following the "G" classification, with a code of up
to three characters to indicate the approving
authority. Codes for Army projects using the
Resident Management System (RMS) are: "AE" for
Architect-Engineer; "DO" for District Office
(Engineering Division or other organization in the
District Office); "AO" for Area Office; "RO" for
Resident Office; and "PO" for Project Office. Codes
following the "G" typically are not used for Navy,
Air Force, and NASA projects.

The "S" classification indicates submittals required

as proof of compliance for sustainability Guiding
Principles Validation or Third Party Certification
and as described in Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL
PROCEDURES.

Additional submittal requirements may be added by

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Choose the first bracketed item for Navy, Air Force

and NASA projects, or choose the second bracketed
item for Army projects.
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Government approval is required for submittals with a "G" or "S"

classification. Submittals not having a "G" or "S" classification are
[for Contractor Quality Control approval.][for information only. When
used, a code following the "G" classification identifies the office that
will review the submittal for the Government.] Submit the following in
accordance with Section 01 33 00 SUBMITTAL PROCEDURES:

SD-01 Preconstruction Submittals

Contractor, Manufacturer, and Engineer Qualifications; G[, [_____]]

Sequencing and Scheduling Plan; G[, [_____]]

Quality Control Plan

SD-02 Shop Drawings

Detail Drawings; G[, [_____]]

SD-03 Product Data

[Slide Gate][Stop Log] Technical Data Sheet; G[, [_____]]

Materials variances G[, [_____]]

SD-05 Design Data

Design Documentation; G[, [_____]]

SD-06 Test Reports

Test Reports; G[, [_____]]

Include test reports to verify all material properties used in

design following ASTM or other specification bodies where possible.

SD-07 Certificates

Date and type of manufacture including constituent materials; G[,

[_____]]

FRP Composites ; G[, [_____]]

Certification of State Product Approval; G[, [_____]]

Anchorage System; G[, [_____]]

SD-08 Manufacturer's Instructions

Shipping, Handling, Storage, Installation Procedures; G[, [_____]]

SD-09 Manufacturer's Field Reports

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 Certification of Installation; G[, [_____]]

Field Leakage Test; G[, [_____]]

SD-10 Operation and Maintenance Data

Care and Maintenance Instructions; G[, [_____]]

SD-11 Closeout Submittals

Warranty ; G[, [_____]]

Operation and Maintenance Manual; G[, [_____]]

Data Book; G[, [_____]]

1.7 MAINTENANCE MATERIAL SUBMITTALS

1.7.1 Spare Parts

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This information should be provided on the contract
drawings.
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[_____]

1.8 QUALITY CONTROL

1.8.1 General

The Contractor is responsible for quality control and must establish and
maintain an effective quality control system [in accordance with Contract
Clauses 52.236-6 SUPERINTENDENCE BY THE CONTRACTOR and 52.236-5 MATERIAL
AND WORKMANSHIP and with SECTION H, SPECIAL CONTRACT REQUIREMENTS]. The
quality control system must consist of plans, procedures, and organization
necessary to produce an end product which complies with the requirements
of this contract. The system must cover all design, fabrication,
painting, and delivery operations. The Contractor must submit a written
Contractor quality control plan for approval.

1.8.2 Regulatory Requirements

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[_____]

1.8.3 Contractor, Manufacturer, and Engineer Qualifications

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minimum or if the user has concerns about the nature
and extent of the engineer's experience, the user
may request a record of specific projects performed
by the engineer in order to ensure the engineer

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Provide documentation from manufacturer having a minimum of [five][_____]

years' experience in the manufacture of similar products and systems.
Additionally, if requested, provide a record of at least [five][_____]
previous, separate, similar successful installations in the last
[five][_____] years. Submit Manufacturer's catalog data to include two
copies of specifications, load tables, dimension diagrams, and anchor
details for the following low-head water control structures and components.

Provide documentation from Engineer of Record having a minimum of [five]

[_____] years' experience in the design of [five] [_____] similar products
and systems and copy of current license. Additionally, if requested,
provide a record of at least [five][_____] previous, separate, similar
successful installations in the last [five][_____] years.

1.9 DELIVERY, STORAGE, AND HANDLING

1.9.1 General

Submit recommendations for shipping, handling, storage, installation

procedures, and care and maintenance instructions. Deliver manufactured
materials in original, unbroken pallets, packages, containers, or bundles
bearing the label of the manufacturer. Ensure all related adhesives,
resins and their catalysts and hardeners are crated or boxed separately,
and noted as such to facilitate their movement to a dry indoor storage
facility under controlled temperature and humidity.

1.9.2 Handling and Storage

Handle all materials to prevent abrasion, cracking, chipping, twisting,

other deformations, and other types of damage. Store adhesives, resins
and their catalysts in dry indoor storage facilities following MDS
requirements.

1.10 PROJECT/SITE CONDITIONS

1.10.1 Design Parameters

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NOTE: This information is to be provided by the
user. The items suggested below are not necessarily
all inclusive nor will all be necessary in all
situations. User to edit this section as
appropriate to include all relevant site conditions
for the project and should be included with the
scope of work or contract drawing documents.
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NOTE: Provide information on the following items:
type of water control structure; height and width of
opening; design head (including operating head);
bearing conditions (embedded metals condition and
layout); type of actuator preferred to operate gate;
type of frame (conventional, self-contained thrust
reaction) and installation (surface mounted,

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 in-channel wall mounted, embedded in wall, etc.);
frequency of operation; debris and ice loads;
corrosive, acidic or alkaline water conditions;
operational limits (lifting, handling, etc.); and
other items listed in AWWA C563.
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[_____]

1.11 WARRANTY

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NOTE: Designated appurtenances of the gate assembly
may be guaranteed for a minimum period of 1 year
from the date of acceptance thereof, either for
beneficial use or final acceptance, whichever is
earlier, against defective materials and
workmanship. Such guarantees will require the
Contractor to furnish and install new replacement
parts immediately upon receipt of notice from the
Government of the failure of any part of the
guaranteed items during the warranty period. These
warranty requirements will be covered in the
CONTRACT CLAUSES and this paragraph should be
deleted from this section of the specifications.
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Furnish manufacturer's no-dollar-limit warranty for the FRP composite

low-head water control structure or components. The warranty period is to
be no less than [1] [5][10][15][20] years from the date of acceptance of
the work and be issued directly to the Government. The warranty must
provide that, if within the warranty period, the composite low-head water
control structure or components show evidence of deterioration resulting
from defective materials and/or workmanship, correcting of any defects is
the responsibility of the manufacturer. Repairs that become necessary
because of defective materials and workmanship while the composite
low-head water control structure or components are under warranty are to
be performed within [32][_____] hours after notification, unless
additional time is approved by the Contracting Officer. Failure to
perform repairs within [32][_____] hours of notification will constitute
grounds for having emergency repairs performed by others and will not void
the warranty.

PART 2 PRODUCTS

2.1 SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

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NOTE: This section should be modified to account
for the specific type of water control structure.
The materials listed are suggestions showing most
commonly used for such structures. Unsuitable
materials for a particular application can be
removed. Specify similar metals or provide
dielectric insulators as necessary.
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Provide [vertical lift gate] [stop logs] [_____] composed of fiber

reinforced polymer composites [and embedded metal frame] in qualities,

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 quantities, properties, arrangements and dimensions as necessary to meet
the design requirements and dimensions as specified on the contract
drawings and specifications.

Provide reinforcement in the form of glass or carbon fibers, mats, or

fabrics to meet the design requirements and dimensions as specified.
Select the reinforcement format for failure critical FRP components
according to the mechanical requirements of the application and the
geometry/shape of the part. Confirm selected reinforcements are
compatible with selected resin matrix system to ensure proper
adhesion/load transfer and long-term performance of the component in its
intended physical-chemical environment of use. Ensure all surfaces of FRP
composite items and fabrications are smooth, resin-rich, free of voids,
and without dry spots, cracks, and un-reinforced areas as per quality
requirements herein. Ensure all reinforcing fibers are completely covered
during manufacturing with resin to a depth of 0.25 to 0.51 mm 0.01 to 0.02
inches to protect against their exposure to wear, water immersion, or
weathering. Seal over fasteners that penetrate the FRP skin, end cuts,
and penetrations in a way that prevents delamination and water ingress.
Use mechanical fasteners or mechanical plus adhesive for built up FRP
members connected in tension after manufacturing. Provide documentation
showing core materials are resistant to decay and attack by fungus and
bacteria.

Embedded frames made of [FRP] [galvanized steel] [T-[_____] stainless

steel] [aluminum] may be used to provide added stiffness to meet the
specified requirements, but must be submitted to the Contracting Officer
or their approved representative for approval and have a minimum of 1/4
inch thick FRP on each side. [Metal frames made of [galvanized
steel][T-[_____] stainless steel] [aluminum] must meet ASME/ASTM
standards, be fully encapsulated in the FRP structure, and design
submittals must account for the potential for the FRP to delaminate from
the frame][Metal frames must be detailed to prevent galvanic corrosion if
carbon is used in FRP]. Specification section [_____] must be referenced
when embedded metals are used in conjunction with the composite
structure. Provide anchored guide frames made of [carbon steel]
[T-[_____] stainless steel] [FRP] [aluminum] [or approved material] that
attach into the sidewalls of the water control structure. [Galvanize or
epoxy coat carbon steel frames as per AWWA C563.] Provide anchors which
match the frame material and provide dielectric insulators to secure the
guide frame into the surrounding water control structure. As necessary,
coat anchors to inhibit corrosion.

2.1.1 Design Requirements

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NOTE: A factor of safety of 5 is suggested based on
the typical response of FRP composites under
sustained loads. This can be adjusted based on the
site conditions of the structure and the associated
risks. The design life is the same as HSS, but it
should be noted that FRP composites do not have the
performance data needed to calibrate design codes.
Thus, the determination of the parameters that
affect the design life would be based on the
judgment of the designer of record.

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 The water control structure must be designed in accordance with this
specification to achieve the objectives of constructability, safety,
serviceability, with due regard to issues of inspectability, and economy.
The structural system must be proportioned and detailed to ensure the
development of significant and visible inelastic deformations at the
strength and extreme event limit states before failure. Load-path
redundant structures should be used unless there are compelling reasons to
not do so.

Submit design documentation showing the water control structure is capable

of meeting a factor of safety of [5] [_____] defined as the ratio of
ultimate stress to the working or allowable stress using allowable stress
design prior to commencement of work. Maximum sustained stress cannot
exceed one-fifth of failure stress and account for creep and the effects
of water adsorption. Design life should be assumed to be [100] [_____]
years assuming routine inspection and maintenance. All design
computations are to be stamped by a registered professional engineer who
will be identified as the Engineer of Record. All design computations
must also be initialed by an additional registered professional engineer
who will be identified in the design documents as having provided design
quality control. See paragraph 3.5.2 "Data Book" for additional
requirements."

2.1.1.1 Mechanical Anchorage

Mechanical anchorage system to be designed to meet the load requirements

as outlined in ASCE 7-16 and paragraph 1.10.1 Design Parameters.
Anchorage calculations are stamped by a Registered Professional Engineer.
Expansion anchors are not permitted.

2.1.2 Performance Requirements

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NOTE: Delete columns as appropriate based on gate
type. Leakage requirements should only be included
for instances where leakage is considered a critical
issue. Leakage tests can be performed in the shop
or in the field, though testing may not be practical
based on the size and head on the gate.

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Submit documentation including [Slide Gate][Stop Log] Technical Data Sheet

showing the full gate system is capable of meeting the following
performance requirements prior to commencement of work.

Test Vertical Lift Gates Stoplogs

[Leakage (AWWA C563)] [Less than 1.3 lpm/m 0.1 [Less than 0.62 lpm/m 0.05
gpm/ft of seating perimeter] gpm/ft of seating perimeter]

Gate Deflection Less than 1/720 of the gate Less than 1/360 of the gate
width at width, max of 6.4 mm 1/4
maximum head water inch at maximum head water

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Test Vertical Lift Gates Stoplogs

Yoke Deflection Less than 1/360 of the gate [not applicable]

width, max 6.4 mm 1/4 inch
at maximum head water

2.2 MANUFACTURED UNITS

Miscellaneous materials and standard articles must conform to the

respective standards or specifications below when that type of material is
furnished. Where material requirements are not specified, materials
furnished must be suitable for the intended use and are subject to
approval. Submit date and type of manufacture including constituent
materials. Submit materials variances for engineering review and
subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.1 Bolts, Nuts and Washers

Provide bolts, nuts, and washers of the material, grade, type, class,
style and finish indicted or best suited for the intended use.

2.2.1.1 Bolts

Where the use of high strength bolts is required, the materials,

workmanship, and installation must conform to the applicable provisions of
ASTM F3125/F3125M and RCSC A348. Bolts for low-temperature applications
must conform to ASTM A320/A320M. Bolts for non-high strength applications
must conform to the applicable provisions of ASTM A307, Grade A.

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.1.2 Nuts

All nuts to be used with high strength bolts must conform to ASTM A563 and
ASME B18.2.2

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.1.3 Washers

All nuts must be equipped with washers. Washers to be used with high
strength bolts must conform to ASTM F436/F436M. Plain washers must
conform to ASME B18.22M or ASME B18.21.1, Type B as applicable. Lock
washers must conform to ASME B18.21.1.

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.2 Anchorage

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 NOTE: For most jobs, ASTM F1554 248 MPa 36 ksi
anchor bolts are used. If high tensile loads are
anticipated, the designer should consider the use of
379 MPa 55 ksi or 724 MPa 105 ksi ASTM F1554 anchor
bolts. If stainless steel is considered, the
designer should select from material in ASTM
A193/A193M.
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2.2.2.1 Anchor Rods

ASTM F1554 [Stainless steel Gr 36 [55] [105], Class 1A [2A].

ASTM A193/A193M.]

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.2.2 Anchor Nuts

ASTM A563, Grade A, hex style. [Stainless steel ASTM A193/A193M.]

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.2.3 Anchor Washers

ASTM F844. [Stainless steel [Type 304][Type 316] conforming to

ASTM A276/A276M.]

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.2.4 Anchor Plate Washers

ASTM A36/A36M [Stainless steel [Type 304][Type 316] conforming to

ASTM A276/A276M.]

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.2.2.5 [Sleeve Anchors][Adhesive Anchors]

Provide [_____] mm [_____] inch diameter [sleeve anchors][adhesive

anchors]. Minimum concrete embedment must be [_____] mm [_____] in.
Design values listed must be as tested according to ASTM E488/E488M.

a. Minimum [ultimate][allowable] pullout value: [_____] kN [_____] lb.

b. Minimum [ultimate][allowable] shear value: [_____] kN [_____] lb.

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

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2.3 EQUIPMENT

[Provide [manual] [powered] actuators to lift the gate as per AWWA C563].
[Provide lifting beams and storage racks for stop logs.]

2.4 MATERIALS

Miscellaneous materials and standard articles must conform to the

respective standards or specifications below when that type of material is
furnished. Where material requirements are not specified, materials
furnished must be suitable for the intended use and are subject to
approval. Submit materials variances for engineering review and
subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.4.1 FRP Composites

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NOTE: A wide range of strength properties for FRP
composites are possible and depend on the fiber
volume fraction, resin type, cross section, and
manufacturing method. There is no need to specify a
minimum design strength, as the manufacturer must
design the low-head water control structure to meet
the specified requirement. A manufacturer could use
a weak material in bulk, or smaller quantities of a
much stronger material. The key for the government
is to ensure that the strength of the supplied FRP
composite meets or exceeds the design values.

For reference, pultruded FRP composite structural

shapes often have tensile, compressive and flexural
strength design values at ultimate around 207 Mpa 30
ksi and tensile modulus around 17.2 Kpa 2.5 Msi in
the lengthwise direction. Pultruded plates range
from one half to two thirds of these values. FRP
rods and bars are often two to three times stronger
than structural shapes in tension and flexural.
Properties of honeycomb members, sandwich panels and
other shapes made via process other than pultrusion
can vary significantly.
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Submit documentation showing FRP composites meet the material properties

used in the design as per the applicable [ASTM] [_____] test
requirements. [Submit samples to permit verification testing for FRP
composites made via hand-layup].

Submit documentation showing that FRP composites show no evidence of

damage including breaks, cracks, blistering, delamination, exposure of
fibers, or combination thereof, after being subjected to ASTM D4329 or
ASTM G154 for a minimum of 720 hours.

Allowable visual defects of FRP Composite members must meet conditions as

per ASTM D4385 for pultruded members, Level II of ASTM D2563 for laminates
or a similar appropriate specification for other types of FRP composites.
Dimensional tolerances for pultruded components must meet ASTM D3917.

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2.4.2 Structural Steel

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NOTE: If structural steel is not permitted to be
used, omit this section.
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Use non-fracture critical steel members conforming to ASTM A36/A36M or

ASTM A992/A992M.

Use fracture critical steel members conforming to ASTM A709/A709M, Grade

50 (F) for temperature Zone 2 or ASTM A992/A992M, Grade 50 with a minimum
average Charpy V-Notch (CVN) impact test value of 34 N-m 25 ft-lbs when
tested at 4.4 degrees Celsius 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.4.3 Stainless Steel

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NOTE: If stainless steel is not permitted to be
used, omit this section.
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Use stainless steel bars and shapes conforming to ASTM A276/A276M, UNS
[S20910,] [S30400,] [S40500,] [S31600,] [_____] Condition A, hot-finished
or cold-finished, Class C; or ASTM A564/A564M, UNS [S17400,] [S45000,]
Condition A, age-hardened heat treatment, hot-finished or cold-finished,
Class C.

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.4.4 Aluminum

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NOTE: If aluminum is not permitted to be used, omit
this section.
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Use aluminum bars and shapes conforming to [ASTM B209][ASTM B308/B308M

][_____].

Submit variances of these suggested materials for engineering review and

subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or their authorized
representative.

2.4.5 Rubber Seals

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NOTE: If fluorocarbon (Teflon) clad seals are not
used, omit paragraphs FABRICATION OF RUBBER SEALS
AND TESTING OF RUBBER SEALS.
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Use [fluorocarbon (Teflon) clad rubber seals of the mold type only]

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 [compounded of natural rubber, synthetic polyisoprene, or a blend of both,
and must contain reinforcing carbon black, zinc oxide, accelerators,
antioxidants, vulcanizing agents, and plasticizers]. Submit documentation
showing the seals meet the following requirements prior to commencing
work:

PHYSICAL TEST TEST VALUE TEST METHOD

Tensile Strength 17.2 MPa 2500 psi (min.) ASTM D412

Elongation at Break 450 percent (min.) ASTM D412

300 percent 6.2 MPa 900 psi (min.) ASTM D412

Durometer Hardness (Shore 60 to 70 ASTM D2240

Type A)
Water Absorption 5 percent by weight (max.) ASTM D471

Compression Set 30 percent (max.) ASTM D395

Tensile Strength (after 80 percent of tensile ASTM D572

aging 48 hrs) strength (min.)

The "Water Absorption" test must be performed with distilled water. The
washed specimen must be blotted dry with filter paper or other absorbent
material and suspended by means of small glass rods in the oven at a
temperature of 70 degrees C plus or minus 2 degrees 158 degrees F plus of
minus 4 degrees F for 22 hours plus or minus 1/4 hour. The specimen must
then be removed, allowed to cool to room temperature in air, and weighed.
The weight must be recorded to the nearest 1 mg as M subscript 1 (M
subscript 1 is defined in ASTM D471). The immersion temperature must be
70 degrees C plus or minus 1 degree 158 degrees F plus of minus 2 degrees F
and the duration of immersion is to be 166 hours.

Rubber seals must have a fluorocarbon film vulcanized and bonded to the
sealing surface of the bulb. The film must be [0.726 mm] [1.524 mm]
[0.030 inch] [0.060 inch] thick Huntington Abrasion Resistant Fluorocarbon
Film No. 4508, or equal, and must have the following physical properties:

Tensile strength 13.8 MPa 2,000 psi (min.)

Elongation 250 percent (min.)

The outside surface of the bonded film must be flush with the surface of
the rubber seal and be free of adhering or bonded rubber. Strips and
corner seals must be molded in lengths suitable for obtaining the finish
lengths shown and with sufficient excess length to provide test specimens
for testing the adequacy of the adhesion bond between the film and bulb of
the seal. At one end of each strip or corner seal to be tested, the
fluorocarbon film must be masked during bonding to prevent a bond for a
length sufficient to hold the film securely during testing.

Submit variances of these suggested materials and test methods for

engineering review and subsequent approval by the Contracting Officer or
their authorized representative.

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2.4.6 Ultrahigh Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)

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NOTE: If UHMWPE is not permitted to be used, omit
this section.
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If used, ultrahigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) must conform to

the following physical properties:

PROPERTY TEST VALUE (+/- 10 percent) TEST METHOD

Specific gravity 0.93 g/cm3 0.034 lbs/in3 ASTM D792

(minimum)
Tensile strength 27.6 Mpa 4,000 psi (minimum) ASTM D638

Durometer D68 (minimum) ASTM D2240

Coefficient of friction 0.20 (maximum) ASTM D1894

If the UHMWPE material is to be exposed to sunlight, the material must be

stabilized for ultraviolet radiation via 2.5 percent carbon black or other
equivalent stabilizer. The fabricated form must be from virgin resin.
The virgin resin must be a homopolymer of ethylene and have an intrinsic
viscosity (IV) between 22.0 and 28.0 dl/g per ASTM D4020.

2.5 FABRICATION

Follow the ACMA Code for pultruded FRP composites.

2.5.1 Drawings and Specifications

Submit detail drawings, including fabrication drawings, shop assembly

drawings, delivery drawings, and field installation drawings, conforming
to the specified requirements [_____] days prior to starting fabrication.
The structure design is communicated to the Government through the
required submittals designated in these specifications. All information
necessary to fabricate the structure as intended in the design is depicted
in these documents. Denote failure critical members on all drawings with
the abbreviation FC. Denote fracture critical members on all drawings
with the abbreviation FCM. The notation of FC and FCM on the drawings
provides critical information to the Government for the structural
response of the structure. Drawings must not be reproductions of the
Government furnished contract drawings.

2.5.2 Fabrication Drawings

Fabrication drawings must show complete details of materials, dimensions,

tolerances, connections.

2.5.3 Fabrication Tolerances

Measure dimensions by an approved measuring system. Submit the measuring

system for approval with the work plan (i.e. calibrated steel tape of
approximately the same temperature as the material being measured). The
overall dimensions of an assembled structural unit must be within the
tolerances indicated on the drawings or as specified for the item of
work. Where tolerances are not specified in other section of these

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 specifications or shown, a variation of 0.8 mm 1/32-inch is permissible in
the overall length of component members with both ends milled and
component members without milled ends must not deviate from the dimensions
shown by not more than 1.6 mm 1/16-inch for members 3.7 meters 12 feet or
less in length.

2.5.4 Delivery Drawings

Delivery drawings must provide descriptions of methods of delivering

components to the site, including details for supporting fabricated
components during shipping to prevent distortion or other damages.

2.6 TESTS, INSPECTIONS, AND VERIFICATIONS

Submit certified material test reports with all material delivered to the
site. Tests, inspections, and verifications for materials and fabricated
items must conform to the requirements specified.

2.6.1 General

Tests, inspections, and verifications for materials must conform to the

specified requirements. Submit certified test reports for material tests,
with all materials delivered to the site.

2.6.2 Inspection

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NOTE: This paragraph must be edited to fit the
project.
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Inspect shop assembled components for accurate fit and compliance with
dimensional tolerances. Sealing, guiding, and connecting surfaces must be
inspected to determine if their planes are true, parallel, and in uniform
contact with opposing surfaces.

2.6.3 Operation Tests Prior to Installation

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NOTE: This paragraph is only applicable to slide
gates.
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[The operation of the shop-assembled gate assembly must be tested by

opening and closing the gate several times by use of the operating
machinery. The force used to operate the gate must be the minimum required
to open and close the gate. Since the sill of the unembedded gate frame is
not fully supported during the operation tests, special precaution must be
taken to prevent the application of excessive force on the gate leaf and
frame when the gate is closed. The operation of the lifting beam must be
tested by engaging and disengaging the lifting beam several times.
Adjustments must be made as required until operations are satisfactory as
determined by the Contracting Officer or their approved representative.]

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NOTE: The shop hydrostatic leakage test outlined
below may not be practical due to the size or head
requirements of the gate. This test should only be
required if gate leakage is considered a critical

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 issue.
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[The gate assembly must be tested hydrostatically prior to installation by

applying a hydrostatic pressure of [_____] Mpa [_____] psi, measured at
the sill of the gate frame, to the upstream side of the gate leaf in the
closed position. Under hydrostatic testing, the gate seals must prevent
water leakage meeting paragraph 2.1.2.]

PART 3 EXECUTION

3.1 EXAMINATION

Gate will be inspected when delivered to site. When Government

inspections result in product rejection, promptly segregate and remove
rejected material from the premises. The Government may also charge an
additional cost of inspection or testing when prior rejection makes
re-inspection or retesting necessary.

3.2 PREPARATION

3.2.1 Protection

Protect the surrounding water control structure to prevent damage during

the installation of the gate. Install temporary water control structures
if replacing an existing gate to ensure water control is maintained.

3.3 INSTALLATION

Installation must conform to the requirements specified. Gate and

appurtenant items must be assembled for installation in strict accordance
with the contract drawings, approved installation drawings, and shop
match-markings. Bearing surfaces requiring lubrication must be thoroughly
cleaned and lubricated with an approved lubricant before assembly and
installation. Submit certification of installation. Submit Certification
of State Product Approval.

3.4 FIELD QUALITY CONTROL

3.4.1 Tests

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NOTE: The field leakage test outlined below may not
be practical due to the size or head requirements of
the gate. This test should only be required if gate
leakage is a critical issue. Consideration should
be given to the ability to apply head to the gate in
the field.
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[Conduct a field leakage test including [operating the gate][removing and

replacing stoplogs] to ensure the as-built gate meets the requirements of
paragraph 2.1.2.]

3.5 CLOSEOUT ACTIVITIES

3.5.1 Demonstration and Training

Demonstrate gate operation and provide training for [USACE] [owner]

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 [_____] employees for a maximum [8] [_____] hours.

Provide an operation and maintenance manual to [USACE] [owner] [_____].

3.5.2 Data Book

Compile and maintain a "Data Book" throughout the duration of the

contract. The "Data Book" consists of copies of all Requests for
Information (RFI's) with Government responses, Material Orders, Mill
Certification Reports and Certification Letter's. Use tabs to separate
each specific item identified above and a Table of Contents to identify
which tab corresponds to which item. The in-progress "Data Book" must be
available to the Government to review during shop inspections of the
project.

When final revisions have been completed, prepare a "Certificate of

Conformance" on their company letterhead certifying that: 1) all
materials and workmanship included in the project were detailed, designed,
manufactured, tested, inspected and documented as specified in the
contract requirements; and 2) the requirements of applicable codes,
standards, specifications and drawings have been complied with and that
all required quality assurance documentation verify conformance to the
contract documents have been submitted, signed by the Contractor's Quality
Control System Manager and Engineer of Record.

Submit a draft copy of Final "Data Book" for review and approval within
fifteen (15) calendar days following the completion of fabrication
activities. Within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of the Final
"Data Book", the Government will return one copy annotated with any
necessary corrections. Within fourteen (14) calendar days the Contractor
must revise the "Data Book" accordingly at no extra cost and submit the
Final Copy of the Final "Data Book" including the "Certificate of
Conformance" to the Government. Approval and acceptance of the Final
"Data Book" is required before final payment to the Contractor.

3.6 WARRANTY

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NOTE: For USACE projects, delete the first two
subparagraphs and utilize the tailored option.
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3.6.1 Manufacturer's Warranty

Submit all manufacturers' signed warranties to Contracting Officer prior

to final commissioning and acceptance.

3.6.2 Contractor's Warranty for Installation

Submit contractor's warranty for installation to the Contracting Officer

prior to final commissioning and acceptance.

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3.6.3 Contractor's Five (5) Year No Penal Sum Warranty

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 CONTRACTOR'S FIVE (5) YEAR NO PENAL SUM WARRANTY
FOR
COMPOSITE LOW-HEAD WATER CONTROL STRUCTURE
STRUCTURE DESCRIPTION:

STRUCTURE NUMBER:

CORPS OF ENGINEERS CONTRACT NUMBER:

CONTRACTOR

CONTRACTOR:

ADDRESS:

POINT OF CONTACT:

TELEPHONE NUMBER:

OWNER

OWNER:

ADDRESS:

POINT OF CONTACT:

TELEPHONE NUMBER:

CONSTRUCTION AGENT

CONSTRUCTION AGENT:

ADDRESS:

POINT OF CONTACT:

TELEPHONE NUMBER:

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 CONTRACTOR'S FIVE (5) YEAR NO PENAL SUM WARRANTY
FOR
COMPOSITE LOW-HEAD WATER CONTROL STRUCTURE
(continued)

The composite low head water control structure or component installed on the above
named structure is warranted by [_____] for a period of [5][10][20] [_____] years
against workmanship and material deficiencies, wind damage and structural failure
within project specified design loads[, and leakage exceeding paragraph 2.1.2]. The
composite low-head water control structure and components covered under this warranty
includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Framing and structural members, opening mechanisms including motors, storage racks,
accessories, trim, miscellaneous closure items, connectors, components, and fasteners,
and other system components and assemblies installed to enable operation of the
composite low-head water control structure; and items specified in other sections of
these specifications that become part of the composite low-head water control structure.

All material and workmanship deficiencies, system deterioration caused by exposure to

the elements and/or inadequate resistance to specified service design loads and water
leaks must be repaired as approved by the contracting officer.

All material deficiencies, structural failure, and leakage associated with the
composite low-head water control structure covered under this warranty must be repaired
as approved by the contracting officer.
This warranty covers the entire cost of repair or replacement, including all material,
labor, and related markups. The above referenced warranty commenced on the date of
final acceptance on [_____] and will remain in effect for stated duration from this
date.

Signed, dated, and notarized (by company president)

______________________________________________________________
(Company President) (Date)

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