Analysis of Separating Cracks Development in Concrete Tanks

The rising living standards and increasing demands for quality of the environment have led to increase in design and execution of tanks and reservoirs in construction practice. During watertight tests of concrete tanks, cracks allowing line leakage of water are observed. Long-term leakage of liquids can cause irreversible damage to the tank and possibly contamination of groundwater. Considering the importance of leaking cracks in terms of serviceability and durability of tanks, the contribution analyzes the causes and consequences of their occurrence.