what is lifespan of an RCC structure?
Why the RCC structures failing in quater of its life span?

Answer Posted / nissi engieers, guntur

RCC technology is a gods gift on the earth its life span is
about to 100 years we cant say because invention of RCC
design is less than 100 years so that we are not conclude
the 100 years. some of the structures such as dams old
buildings life ia about 50 to 60 years they are very good
in condition.

Now why the rcc structures are fails due to lack of proper
designing imperior quality of material,not maintaining
quality control measures and last and final is lack of
proper curing in the structures.

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