Large tank with Pier and Beam construction

kcinnick · 03/14/2021, 01:13 AM

I am moving to a new house that is pier and beam construction. I have my 300 for sale as it has a small foot print for a large tank, just 14sf. I am eyeing tanks in the 175-200gallon range. Maybe something 60X36X18 that would spread the weight around. Does anyone have a tank this size on a pier and beam foundation or upstairs? I know this tank is going to be 1600lb plus but when you spread out the weight it isn't any more per sf than 75 gallon tank.

Thoughts, suggestions.

I am seeking out a structural engineer, my mind is just running through options right now.

jbfloor · 03/21/2021, 08:26 PM

Ran a 155g + 40g sump on a 6'x2' footprint for almost ten years without any issues. Survived multiple earthquakes.

03/14/2021, 01:13 AM	#1
kcinnick Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2010 Posts: 200	Large tank with Pier and Beam construction I am moving to a new house that is pier and beam construction. I have my 300 for sale as it has a small foot print for a large tank, just 14sf. I am eyeing tanks in the 175-200gallon range. Maybe something 60X36X18 that would spread the weight around. Does anyone have a tank this size on a pier and beam foundation or upstairs? I know this tank is going to be 1600lb plus but when you spread out the weight it isn't any more per sf than 75 gallon tank. Thoughts, suggestions. I am seeking out a structural engineer, my mind is just running through options right now.

03/21/2021, 08:26 PM	#2
jbfloor Registered Member Join Date: Sep 2012 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 250	Ran a 155g + 40g sump on a 6'x2' footprint for almost ten years without any issues. Survived multiple earthquakes. __________________ 72"x24"x21" 155g DSA all glass tank, 35g sump, Reef Octopus POV DC1 Skimmer DIY Lighting with 96x CREE XP-G-R5 and XT-E, UV, Orange/Red and Green LED.