All, I very much appreciate the feedback here! Incredibly helpful.
I should have clarified one thing--the reason for this replacement is not due to any existing structural failure. This portion of the slab is being removed so the owner can inspect the subgrade in this particular area because of...
SlideRuleEra thank you for the information. Subgrade should be fine and will be compacted.
Makes sense that there would not be sufficient cover for the dowels (was thinking a similar issue might exist for the water stop). Is there an issue with not having some sort of reinforcement continuity...
Need to replace part of a floor slab in an old warehouse. The area to be replaced is approximately 25' x 50' and the slab is 4" thick with wire mesh reinforcement.
Based on a variety of factors and people's input, the thought for this slab has become:
- #4 dowels at 12" (or 18"?) centers and...
