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    Using Strip Analysis to calculate Moment on a simply supported concrete slab bridge

    JoelTXCive, The Span is 18.5' the width is 20'. The 18.5' includes the 2' wide abutments on each end. So the unsupported span is 14.5' It is for a driveway entrance to an orchard. It crosses an irrigation canal, (12.5' wide) Bridge Buster, Thanks for the info. I will check that out.
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    Using Strip Analysis to calculate Moment on a simply supported concrete slab bridge

    I am getting some crazy results on my strip analysis of a simply supported concrete slab bridge and I think I don't understand the application of the Live load. AASHTO H20 Specify 32,00 pounds on the rear axle and 16,000 pounds on one wheel. The wheel foot print amounts to 10” x 20” which...

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