BS 6349 is a British Standard that covers Maritime works.
BS 6349-2 is the second part in the multi-series that provides recommendations and guidance on the design of quay walls, jetties, and dolphins. As a result, quays, jetties and dolphins can be built to survive even in aggressive environments with little or no maintenance.
BS 6349-2 on design of quay walls, jetties and dolphins is relevant to:
The stability and durability of maritime structures play a vital role in the performance of waterways, ports and dykes.
As per BS 6349-2, the design of quay walls and jetties, including earth retaining structures, foundations and suspended decks, should be determined using the limit state design techniques set out in the suite of Eurocodes.
BS 6349-2 provides references and guidance on the type and choice of structure, construction tolerances, materials, control of external water effects and environmental considerations, so as to maintain structures’ durability. By adopting these guidelines on the design of quay walls, jetties and dolphins, you can establish durable retaining structures that can withstand harsh marine environments and varied seismic conditions.
BS 6349-2:2019 supersedes BS 6349‑2:2010, which is withdrawn. BS 6349-2:2019 includes some technical changes with respect to BS 6349‑2:2010. These include: