Precast concrete arch structures

Technical Guide 12

Concrete Bridge Development Group, 2009
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Document Status

Current

Supplement

Civil & Structural Supplement

Series

Technical Guide

Abstract

Explores use of precast arch systems for buried structures, looking at current practice in design, specification, construction, maintenance and assessment and offers recommendations. Discusses risk management in terms of construction geometric control and tolerances, design verification and load-deflection serviceability criteria. Includes checklists.

History

Published for and on behalf of the Concrete Bridge Development Group by The Concrete Society. Also known as CCIP-035. Applicable to highway structures constructed using precast arch techniques that do not require mechanical ventilation provision.

ISBN

9781904482581

Subjects

  • Concrete in bridges
  • Civil engineering, infrastructure and public utilities
  • Transport facilities
  • Bridges

Publisher History

The Concrete Bridge Development Group is an association of member companies and organisations, dedicated to the task of improving efficiency of the design, construction and maintenance of concrete bridges. They publish a range of technical guides, papers and current practice sheets based on research and group activities.

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NBS has produced specification systems and information products for construction industry professionals for more than 40 years. The National Building Specification is the recognised UK national standard and is used by over 5,000 organisations. NBS is part of RIBA Enterprises Ltd.

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