Carbon Fiber Concrete Repair Florida | Hurricane-Resistant Infrastructure Solutions
- Jarred Jones, P.E.
- Jul 14
- 2 min read
Updated: Jul 24
Our Latest Case Study Reveals How Contractors & Engineers Can Protect Critical Infrastructure Against Hurricane Damage in Florida
Florida’s coastal infrastructure is under constant threat from high winds, saltwater exposure, and aging concrete—especially as hurricanes grow stronger and more frequent. Recent storms like Hurricane Ian (150+ mph winds) and Hurricane Irma (160+ mph gusts in the Keys) have shown how quickly these forces can compromise critical structures. In addition to lateral loads, uplift forces pose a serious risk to elevated foundations, columns, and towers. This case study highlights a modern solution: carbon fiber concrete repair in Florida using non-invasive, surface-applied systems that restore strength, resist environmental damage, and extend service life without demolition
Project Background
An emergency telecommunications tower in the City of Marathon, Florida, required structural reinforcement of its concrete masonry support columns, which exhibited signs of deterioration including surface cracking and minor spalling. Given the tower’s essential role in public communications and its exposure to a high-humidity coastal environment, a non-invasive, surface-applied strengthening system was specified.
How Carbon Fiber Concrete Repair Strengthens Florida's Coastal Infrastructure
The repair utilized a fiber-reinforced polymer (FRP) system consisting of bidirectional carbon fiber fabric and high-strength epoxy, designed to provide structural confinement, increased load resistance, and long-term durability in corrosive marine environments. To meet these demands, Structural Reinforcement Solutions’ SRS‑660BI Carbon Fiber was specified as a high-performance, surface-applied solution for the deteriorating concrete columns.
Installed using SRS‑1000 Structural Epoxy Adhesive, this composite system formed a fully bonded carbon fiber wrap that reinforced the structure without demolition or disruption to service. Engineered for superior adhesion and environmental resilience, it offered a non-invasive way to restore strength and stability—ideal for Florida’s hurricane-prone coastal zones.
The Result:
Marathon County’s decision to use a surface-applied carbon fiber system reflects a smart, forward-thinking approach to infrastructure resilience. This non-invasive, non-corrosive solution reinforced a critical communications tower with minimal disruption, extending its service life in a harsh coastal environment.
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