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What is NYC FC § 5704.2.10.6?

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This section outlines the requirements for dike construction, specifying that dike walls must be made of steel or reinforced concrete, designed to be liquid-tight, and capable of withstanding a full hydraulic head. Access to the diked area must be provided, and no dike wall can exceed 60 percent of the tank height. Applies to building owners involved in the construction of dikes for tanks.

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5704.2.10.6 Dike construction.

FC § 5704.2.10.6

All dike walls shall be of steel or reinforced concrete, designed to be liquid-tight and to withstand a full hydraulic head, and constructed to provide access to and from the diked area. Where stairways or other means are required to provide such access, they shall be constructed of steel. No dike wall shall be higher than 60 percent of the tank height.

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