Using the LRFD Specifications, for fills less than 2', how do you apply the live load for Case 2 (Traffic Travelling Perpendicular to Span)? I understand you determine the primary strip widths for positive and negative moment, but how do you apply them to the top slab? I'm coming-up with large...
How do you calculate and apply the braking force for a 2-span integral abutment bridge with a concrete encased pile bent fixed pier. After calculaitng the governing load (i.e. 25% Truck load or 5% Truck+lane) do you simply distribute this load the each fixed substructure proportionately? In the...
