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Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

(OP)
I am trying to find a reference (not sure if Caltrans has this information) that will give me rough estimates for bridge components (girder depth, span width, pier depths, etc.) for different part particular bridge spans and different types of bridges. Do you guys/girls know if Caltran's or other agencies provide this type of information?

Thanks

RE: Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

I'm not sure about Caltrans, but AS 5100.5 which is for Australia gives information regarding bridge substructure and superstructure.

Peace

RE: Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

I believe Caltrans had an old memo posted in their bridge division portion of their website that listed that information. It was there once upon a time but it may have moved. I'll see if I can track it down.

RE: Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

Can you use the LRFD AASHTO Table 2.5.2.6.3-1 for minimum depths of beams and superstructures?

RE: Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

(OP)
Yes, the AASHTO Table will be helpful. Also, appreciate if you can help me out in locating that Caltnra's Memo.

RE: Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

(OP)
Thank you, really appreciate your help.

RE: Estimating Girder Depth, Span Width, Pier Depths, etc. for Bridges

I hope it helps

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