I got it...that does make sense for the battered pile. I will check with our Geotech regarding the existing soils and their ability to provide confinement (borings showed good fill material).
Thanks for your help!
Thanks for the input Q-Shake.
I agree with your assessment of pile lengths and AASHTO Code but my question is more related to BATTERED piles. I was wondering if their ability to resist horizontal loads is compromised when their length is less than 15 ft.
As for the overburden at the site, the...
Does anyone have any ideas of why battered piles should be limited to lengths of over 15 ft? I have a few theories but I was wondering if any one had solid information on this subject.
I am currently working on a bridge project where we would like to use piles at the abutments in lieu of...
