Maspeth Gate Station – National Grid

Large Diameter Helical Piles (grout filled) were used to support large diameter gas pipe lines.

Project Summary:

  • Helical Pile Type: Round Shaft 8625″.188 (wall) w/20″ & 22″ helices
  • # of Helical Piles: 61
  • Location: Queens, NY
  • Installation Depth: 55′-75′
  • Ultimate Pile Capacity: 160 Kips
  • Challenge/Unique Aspect: Weight of Hammer soils to between 55′ and 75′ where gravel like soil was reached which could generate the 45,000 foot pounds of torque required.
  • Engineer/Architect: NTH Consultants