160.1-2026 (PDF) - Guide for Corrosion Related Service Life Prediction for Existing Reinforced Concrete Structures

Guide for Corrosion Related Service Life Prediction for Existing Reinforced Concrete Structures

Service life prediction for existing reinforced concrete structures is essential for owners, asset manager, and engineers. Service life prediction tools and the associated results help support better maintenance planning, repair scheduling, and more sustainable, cost-effective reha­bilitation strategies. This guideline provides current best-practice guidance for predicting corrosion-related service and is intended to complement the ACI CODE-365-24 used for new structures by addressing the distinct challenges of evaluating in-service structures. The document is intended to guide readers in understanding available modeling approaches and selecting appropriate methods for specific projects.