##  [Expansion Joint Failure](/expansion-joint-failure) 

  ##  [Expansion Joint Failure](https://engineering.quantumdictionary.io/expansion-joint-failure-0) 

  

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Definition

The loss of intended movement accommodation at a designed expansion or movement joint, producing unintended force transfer, sealing failure, cracking, buckling or functional impairment of connected elements due to blockage, material degradation, improper detailing or inadequate maintenance.