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Bridge structures design criteria : version 9

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This resource documents Alberta Transportation’s bridge design practices and policies and is intended to supplement the requirements of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code. It applies to the... More ≫

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This resource documents Alberta Transportation’s bridge design practices and policies and is intended to supplement the requirements of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code. It applies to the design of major bridges as defined within the document, as well as pedestrian bridge structures, overhead sign structures and retaining wall structures.

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Bridge conceptual design guidelines. Version 3.0

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The purpose of the bridge conceptual design phase of a bridge design is to find the most suitable solution for a roadway to cross a stream, road, or other facility. These guidelines cover all... More ≫

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The purpose of the bridge conceptual design phase of a bridge design is to find the most suitable solution for a roadway to cross a stream, road, or other facility. These guidelines cover all aspects of bridge conceptual design, including bridge location, sizing, geometrics, and protection works. This document provides certain criteria that must be met with all feasible options, as well as a description of the process and technical considerations to be employed to arrive at the optimal solution.

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Bridge construction inspection manual. Edition 3.

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Intended as a resource for inspectors, project managers, and contractors. Provides commentary, interpretation and guidance on the provisions contained in the Standard Specifications for Bridge... More ≫

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Intended as a resource for inspectors, project managers, and contractors. Provides commentary, interpretation and guidance on the provisions contained in the Standard Specifications for Bridge Construction Edition 16 (2017) and the Engineering Consulting Guidelines for Highway, Bridge, and Water Projects, Volume 1 (2011) and Volume 2 (2013). Volume 2 of the manual consists of inspection check sheets developed for each technical section contained within Volume 1. These inspection check sheets are provided as a resource to the bridge construction inspector for conducting regular inspection activities.

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Bridge structures design criteria : version 8.1

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Applies to the design of highway and pedestrian bridge structures, bridge-sized culverts, overhead sign structures and retaining wall structures, and is intended to supplement the requirements of... More ≫

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Applies to the design of highway and pedestrian bridge structures, bridge-sized culverts, overhead sign structures and retaining wall structures, and is intended to supplement the requirements of the Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code CSA S6-14.

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Bridge structures design criteria : version 8.0

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This “Bridge Structures Design Criteria” (BSDC) applies to the design of highway and pedestrian bridge structures, bridge-sized culverts, overhead sign structures and retaining wall structures.... More ≫

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This “Bridge Structures Design Criteria” (BSDC) applies to the design of highway and pedestrian bridge structures, bridge-sized culverts, overhead sign structures and retaining wall structures. Unless noted otherwise in this BSDC, all structures shall be designed in accordance with “CSA-S6-14 Canadian Highway Bridge Design Code” (CHBDC). Exceptions to the design requirements set out in this BSDC may be justified under special circumstances. In accordance with the Department’s “Design Exception” process, such design exceptions shall be fully documented by the Consultant and must be submitted in writing for review and Approval by the Bridge Engineering Section.

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Bridge conceptual design guidelines. Version 2.0

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The purpose of the bridge conceptual design phase of a bridge design is to find the most suitable solution for a roadway to cross a stream, road, or other facility. These guidelines cover all... More ≫

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The purpose of the bridge conceptual design phase of a bridge design is to find the most suitable solution for a roadway to cross a stream, road, or other facility. These guidelines cover all aspects of bridge conceptual design, including bridge location, sizing, geometrics, and protection works. This document provides certain criteria that must be met with all feasible options, as well as a description of the process and technical considerations to be employed to arrive at the optimal solution.

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Bridge construction inspection manual. Edition 2.

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The Bridge Construction Inspection Manual provides guidance in administration of the Standard Specification for Bridge Construction. Bridge construction inspection is a significant activity,... More ≫

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The Bridge Construction Inspection Manual provides guidance in administration of the Standard Specification for Bridge Construction. Bridge construction inspection is a significant activity, requiring consistent and thorough administration and documentation to achieve performance, durability, and an adequate level of safety. It is intended that this document will be used as a valuable technical resource to help facilitate the achievement of this goal.

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Local road bridge design guidelines

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These guidelines cover all aspects of bridge engineering for local road bridge projects. These guidelines apply to all bridges (including bridge size culverts) on public roads that are not part of... More ≫

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These guidelines cover all aspects of bridge engineering for local road bridge projects. These guidelines apply to all bridges (including bridge size culverts) on public roads that are not part of the provincial highway system.

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Bridge conceptual design guidelines. Version 1.0

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The purpose of the bridge conceptual design phase of a bridge design is to find the most suitable solution for a roadway to cross a stream, road, or other facility. These guidelines cover all... More ≫

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The purpose of the bridge conceptual design phase of a bridge design is to find the most suitable solution for a roadway to cross a stream, road, or other facility. These guidelines cover all aspects of bridge conceptual design, including bridge location, sizing, geometrics, and protection works. This document provides certain criteria that must be met with all feasible options, as well as a description of the process and technical considerations to be employed to arrive at the optimal solution.

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Design guidelines for bridge size culverts

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Changes to the Design Guidelines for Bridge Sized Culverts include: - additional information added to the Introduction (Section 1). - additional information added to the Geotechnical section... More ≫

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Changes to the Design Guidelines for Bridge Sized Culverts include: - additional information added to the Introduction (Section 1). - additional information added to the Geotechnical section (Section 18). - section on tunnelled culverts added (Section 32). - section on RCP and PBC structures added (Section 33)

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