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S&T Project 22024 Interim Report: Learning from the Past, Inspection of Historic Penstock Lining Field Trials; Shasta Penstocks and Collbran Siphon

Published by Bureau of Reclamation | Department of the Interior | Catalog Last Checked: August 01, 2026 at 05:34 AM | Dataset Last Updated: November 14, 2023 at 10:46 PM
Corrosion protection is fundamental to achieve infrastructure longevity. Coatings are the primary defense against corrosion. The Bureau of Reclamation began a field study in 1949 at Shasta Dam Unit 5 Penstock. Originally 26 different linings were installed in the field trial, seventy years later a detailed inspection was conducted in 2019, seven linings were still providing corrosion protection. Additionally in 2009, spot repairs were conducted due to failed coal tar enamel using a 100% solids epoxy and was in excellent condition after 10 years of service. Each lining was evaluated using Electrochemical Impedance Spectroscopy (EIS) to determine the barrier properties.

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