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HOUSEKIA Lagos Coastal-Zone Engineering Flood Risk Checklist

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Professional Engineering Inspection 1. Coastal & Tidal Exposure Assessment • Distance to Atlantic Ocean / Lagoon (meters) • Tidal influence observed (High / Moderate / Low) • Storm surge history in area documented • Evidence of saltwater intrusion • Elevation above mean sea level verified 2. Soil & Geotechnical Conditions • Soil classification (Marine clay / Sandy fill / Reclaimed) • Bearing capacity test conducted • Liquefaction risk evaluated • Groundwater table depth measured • Evidence of soil erosion or scouring 3.

Professional Engineering Inspection



1. Coastal & Tidal Exposure Assessment

• Distance to Atlantic Ocean / Lagoon (meters)

• Tidal influence observed (High / Moderate / Low) • Storm surge history in area documented

• Evidence of saltwater intrusion

• Elevation above mean sea level verified


2. Soil & Geotechnical Conditions

• Soil classification (Marine clay / Sandy fill / Reclaimed)

• Bearing capacity test conducted

• Liquefaction risk evaluated

• Groundwater table depth measured

• Evidence of soil erosion or scouring


3. Foundation & Structural Design

• Foundation type (Pile / Raft / Combined)

• Pile depth verified (if applicable)

• Concrete grade suitable for marine exposure

• Corrosion protection for reinforcement confirmed • Plinth height ≥ 600mm above road level


4. Drainage & Coastal Water Management

. Perimeter drainage channels constructed

• Backflow prevention valves installed

• Stormwater discharge point assessed

• Retention/Detention basin provided

• Pumping system available (if below sea level)


5. Coastal Protection Measures

• Sea wall / Shoreline protection present

• Sand filling properly compacted

• Erosion control systems installed

• Compliance with Lagos coastal regulations


6. Utilities & Environmental Protection

• Septic tank elevated & sealed

• Borehole protected from contamination

• Electrical systems elevated above flood line

• Backup power protected from water exposure


7. Risk Classification & Engineering Recommendation

• Flood Risk Rating: Low / Moderate / High / Critical

• Immediate mitigation measures required

• Structural redesign required (if any) 

• Estimated mitigation cost 

• Recommended monitoring schedule


Engineer Observations & Technical Notes:



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