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Bridge inspection and maintenance system : BIM Level 2 inspection manual. Version 2

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Alberta Transportation's BIM Level 2 Inspection Manual outlines the various detailed inspection and testing techniques that the Department uses to manage known issues at specific bridge sites.... More ≫

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Alberta Transportation's BIM Level 2 Inspection Manual outlines the various detailed inspection and testing techniques that the Department uses to manage known issues at specific bridge sites. Some of these techniques are implemented as part of a regular Level 2 inspection program carried out at select sites. Other techniques are typically used on a one-off basis when required to provide additional information necessary for the proper management of the structure and/or site. It is intended that this document be used as both a training manual for new inspectors and an ongoing reference source for seasoned practitioners. Although the manual's main focus is on the proper rating of the various bridge elements, it also touches on the setup of the BIM system, inspection preparedness and techniques, and maintenance recommendations.

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Grants to municipalities : Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program : Resource Road Program

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Lists the grant allocations to each location that receives funding through the Resource Road Program, part of the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program. The program provides funding... More ≫

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Lists the grant allocations to each location that receives funding through the Resource Road Program, part of the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program. The program provides funding assistance to local municipal road authorities for roads which have experienced significantly increased traffic volumes, particularly involving heavy trucks, associated with the development of value-added processing facilities, resource and other industries, intensified farming operations or high through-put grain elevators. This program provides funding to municipalities to construct or rehabilitate road infrastructure that supports this industrial growth. The program applies to local roads and bridges, including intersection improvements where local roads connect with provincial highways. To be eligible for funding, roads must be open to all publicly-licensed vehicles and not be subject to any municipal general user fees.

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Bridge Inspection and Maintenance (BIM) System : inspector certification process

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This document details the requirements for obtaining and maintaining inspector certification status and supersedes any requirements detailed in the BIM Inspection Manual. This process is effective... More ≫

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This document details the requirements for obtaining and maintaining inspector certification status and supersedes any requirements detailed in the BIM Inspection Manual. This process is effective as of February 17, 2016.

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Bridge deck drainage : best practice guideline

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Discusses the issues surrounding proper deck drainage on bridge structures and establishes a best practice for bridge deck drainage assessment.

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Basic Municipal Transportation Grant (BMTG): program guidelines

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The Basic Municipal Transportation Grant provides annual allocation-based funding for capital construction and rehabilitation of local transportation infrastructure including roads, bridges, and... More ≫

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The Basic Municipal Transportation Grant provides annual allocation-based funding for capital construction and rehabilitation of local transportation infrastructure including roads, bridges, and public transit. In addition, the program includes barrier-free transportation initiatives to improve accessibility for seniors and persons with disabilities. This guide outlines the program objectives, eligibility requirements, program components, funding conditions, application process, and reporting requirements for the grant.

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Bridge Inspection and Maintenance System : roles and responsibilities

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Presents technical issues related to the system are reviewed by the Bridge Inspection and Maintenance Committee. This clarification of roles in operation of the BIM system is effective as of October 2012. More ≫

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Presents technical issues related to the system are reviewed by the Bridge Inspection and Maintenance Committee. This clarification of roles in operation of the BIM system is effective as of October 2012.

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Bridge Inspection and Maintenance System : quality assurance process

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Recognizing that the monitoring of bridge inspection quality is an important element of managing a bridge inspection program, the department developed a quality assurance process in 1999. The... More ≫

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Recognizing that the monitoring of bridge inspection quality is an important element of managing a bridge inspection program, the department developed a quality assurance process in 1999. The intent was to monitor and adjust the inspection processes to assure optimum levels of quality. Stated goals included inspector improvement and training and process modifications. This process is effective as of September 28, 2012.

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Bridge Inspection and Maintenance committee charter

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To assist the Bridge Process Management Committee (BPMC) in its role of providing advice and recommendations to the Divisional Executive Committees for Engineering Services Division and Regional... More ≫

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To assist the Bridge Process Management Committee (BPMC) in its role of providing advice and recommendations to the Divisional Executive Committees for Engineering Services Division and Regional Services Division on policy, management and standards relating to the department’s Bridge Inspection and Maintenance (BIM) system. The BIM Committee will contribute to the safe and efficient operation of Alberta’s highway network by ensuring consistent, appropriate, cost-effective and innovative bridge inspection practices.

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Protection systems for new concrete bridge decks

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Describes concrete deck protection system standards and maintenance policies developed by Alberta Transportation to minimize the impact that winter roadway maintenance materials have on bridges.

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Freeboard at bridges

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Freeboard at a bridge is the minimum clearance between the bottom of the girders and the design highwater or ice elevation. This best practice recommends a minimum clearance to be considered as a... More ≫

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Freeboard at a bridge is the minimum clearance between the bottom of the girders and the design highwater or ice elevation. This best practice recommends a minimum clearance to be considered as a starting point in the optimization process for freeboard clearance, and outlines when lower values might be considered.

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