Surfside Condo Showed Signs Of Structural Damage Before Collapse

Surfside Condo Showed Signs Of Structural Damage Before Collapse

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A county-wide audit in Miami Dade is examining buildings over 40 years old after the Champlain Towers South collapse. A 2018 report warned of structural damage needing costly repairs, highlighting issues like failed waterproofing and construction errors. Environmental factors like rising sea levels and sinking worsened the situation. Maintenance challenges included water intrusion, with pumps failing to manage saltwater. The collapse analysis pointed to lower-level failures, with repair costs estimated at $3.8 million. Delays in repairs were noted, with roof repairs underway but not concrete reconstruction at the time of collapse.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main structural issue identified in the 2018 report for Champlain Towers South?

Failed waterproofing in the entrance drive and pool deck

Cracks in the roof

Faulty electrical wiring

Inadequate fire safety measures

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural factor contributed to the worsening safety risks of the building?

Strong winds

Heavy snowfall

Rising sea levels

Frequent earthquakes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the former maintenance manager recall about the water intrusion issue?

The water caused cars to float in the parking lot

The water was only a minor inconvenience

The water caused electrical failures

The water was easily drained

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the estimated cost to fix the garage entrance and pool deck?

$3.8 million

$5 million

$2.5 million

$1.5 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the condition of the roof at the time of the collapse?

It was in poor condition with major cracks

It was leaking heavily

It was in satisfactory condition with minor cracks

It was completely reconstructed