Digging Tall Deep Excavation Support for U.S. Skyscrapers

Constructing a tall building in an urban setting usually comes with requirements for underground space. In the U.S., different geology and site constraints have resulted in various deep excavation design and construction practices from region to region. What makes the U.S. special in this area compared to other parts of the world is the density of lawyers per square foot. As a result, our designs are usually more thorough and more conservative when it comes to displacement limits versus other countries. So, let’s dive down into U.S. deep excavation practices by touring case history experiences in several major cities.