Risk Assessment and Structural Restoration of Roman Cisterns at the Regional Theatre of Skikda, Algeria
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2025-07-15
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International Journal of Automation and Safety (IJAS) Vol.03, No.01, July, 2025, pp. 23-29
Abstract
This study is part of a comprehensive initiative focused on the restoration and
adaptive reuse of Roman cisterns located beneath the Regional Theatre of Skikda,
Algeria. As a key component of a broader heritage conservation strategy, the project
supports the structural rehabilitation and functional reintegration of historical
infrastructure, while prioritizing public safety and the preservation of architectural
heritage. The primary objective is to implement a comprehensive structural
diagnostic assessment, using non-invasive and semi-invasive techniques to detect
and map pathologies in the load-bearing elements, fixed installations, joints, and
historical construction materials. Key issues, such as material degradation, cracking,
fractures, and aging, are examined, with a focus on identifying root causes through
systematic analysis. The diagnostic process integrates traditional surveying with
modern techniques, including visual inspection, material sampling, and structural
behavior modeling, to ensure accurate evaluation and informed decision-making. A
secondary objective of the project is the adaptive reuse of the cisterns as a secure
cultural facility specifically, an art gallery meeting contemporary safety standards.
This transformation prioritizes structural stability, visitor safety, and long-term
sustainability, while preserving the site's historical integrity. The project
demonstrates a replicable approach to combining heritage preservation with
modern safety and usability requirements.