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Building Types and Relative Risk

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Building under construction

When considering the potential risk of earthquake damage, buildings may be categorized based on their construction type and the year each is designed and constructed:

  • Light wood-frame
  • Steel frame
  • Concrete
  • Precast concrete
  • Masonry

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