Bridge durability
Current Practice Sheet 2
Document Status
Current
Supplement
Civil & Structural Supplement
Series
Current Practice Sheet
Abstract
Summarises design consideration issues relating to integral construction, concrete cover, alternative materials, early thermal cracking, waterproofing and drainage, whole-life costing, inspection and maintenance, and post-tensioned construction.
History
First published 2006.
Subjects
- 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.
Information
NBS
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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