Bearing Width for Manhole Covers
Bearing Width for Manhole Covers
(OP)
Hi Engineers,
Is there any standard code that specify minimum bearing width (correct me if I am wrong) for manhole covers as attached
Is there any standard code that specify minimum bearing width (correct me if I am wrong) for manhole covers as attached






RE: Bearing Width for Manhole Covers
However, please look at this topic: http://www.eng-tips.com/viewthread.cfm?qid=414908
We've gotten into quite a debate on what the manhole frame supported shear width is for a wheel load.
Professional and Structural Engineer (ME, NH, MA)
American Concrete Industries
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