Maintenance in water structures is defined as a specific pre-planned execution, carried out
at the specified time, which leads to the permanence of these water structures, and their
continued functioning with economic and effective benefits. Water
structures of various
types and during normal use require care and maintenance in the required form, and at the
appropriate times, to have a permanent readiness, and to maintain the correct state, in
addition to prolonging their life. Therefore, periodic maintenance of the water structures is
of great importance due to its economic implications.
The aim of this research is to highlight the importance of regular and integrated
maintenance of water structures, to achieve optimum economic investment, and to study
the possibility of applying maintenance works to the faults of various water structures. It
also displays different types of maintenance and their applicability to these structures.
Finally, it provides an overview of the guidelines and recommendations for the safety of
these water structures, and the safety of personnel working in this engineering field.