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What is the primary purpose of traffic railings in bridge design?
What is the primary purpose of traffic railings in bridge design?
- To enhance aesthetic appeal of the bridge
- To contain and redirect vehicles using the structure (correct)
- To provide support for signage and lighting
- To structurally support the bridge deck
Where is the deck level of low-level bridges typically placed?
Where is the deck level of low-level bridges typically placed?
- Above the 5-year flood level
- At the same level as the surrounding road
- At an elevated level to improve visibility
- Below the 1-year flood level (correct)
Which design aspect must be considered for bridge deck drainage?
Which design aspect must be considered for bridge deck drainage?
- Use of materials that can withstand high temperatures
- Effective removal of runoff and discharge to existing systems (correct)
- Incorporation of renewable energy sources
- Aesthetic integration with the surrounding landscape
What design criteria must be evaluated for bridge clearances?
What design criteria must be evaluated for bridge clearances?
In what situations are overflow type bridges particularly appropriate?
In what situations are overflow type bridges particularly appropriate?
What is the minimum vertical clearance required for bridges over rivers that carry debris?
What is the minimum vertical clearance required for bridges over rivers that carry debris?
When selecting bridge locations, what primary factor should be considered to minimize costs?
When selecting bridge locations, what primary factor should be considered to minimize costs?
Which factor is NOT considered a geohazard in bridge design?
Which factor is NOT considered a geohazard in bridge design?
What is a critical environmental consideration when designing a bridge near the sea?
What is a critical environmental consideration when designing a bridge near the sea?
Which aspect of bridge design will influence the recommended foundation type?
Which aspect of bridge design will influence the recommended foundation type?
Which environmental factor must be assessed to minimize potential damage in bridge design?
Which environmental factor must be assessed to minimize potential damage in bridge design?
What does the Rock Quality Designation (RQD) primarily indicate in bridge design?
What does the Rock Quality Designation (RQD) primarily indicate in bridge design?
Which phase of bridge design involves assessing existing bridge data?
Which phase of bridge design involves assessing existing bridge data?
What is the primary purpose of maintenance in bridge infrastructure?
What is the primary purpose of maintenance in bridge infrastructure?
Which of the following actions best describes rehabilitation in bridge maintenance?
Which of the following actions best describes rehabilitation in bridge maintenance?
Which of these is a standard specification referenced for bridge design?
Which of these is a standard specification referenced for bridge design?
What does the DPWH refer to in the context of guidelines for bridge design?
What does the DPWH refer to in the context of guidelines for bridge design?
What type of data might be included in a geotechnical investigation?
What type of data might be included in a geotechnical investigation?
Which test is used during geotechnical investigations to evaluate soil properties?
Which test is used during geotechnical investigations to evaluate soil properties?
What is a key outcome of the design criteria and specifications set by AASHTO?
What is a key outcome of the design criteria and specifications set by AASHTO?
Which of the following would NOT be considered a part of bridge rehabilitation?
Which of the following would NOT be considered a part of bridge rehabilitation?
Study Notes
Maintenance and Rehabilitation
- Maintenance: Aims to prolong bridge lifespan and slow deterioration by identifying and addressing contributing issues, such as performing minor repairs.
- Rehabilitation: Involves repairing components of existing infrastructure to reset the deterioration process, including alterations, major repairs, and retrofitting.
Design Criteria
- Governing Laws: Adhere to rules from implementing agencies like the Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH).
- Significant Guidelines:
- DPWH Standard Specifications for Highways, Bridges and Airports (2013).
- DPWH Bridge Seismic Design Specifications (December 2013).
- Additional guidelines from international and local organizations as per specific DPWH projects.
AASHTO Publications
- Reference AASHTO 2012, LRFD Bridge Design Specification for guidelines on bridge design.
Design Data Requirements
- Surveys: Conduct topographic and hydrographic surveys for site assessment.
- Geotechnical Investigation: Includes borehole locations, depths, various lab tests (SPT, soil classification, etc.), and summary reports detailing soil and geological conditions.
- Navigation Data: Observations and documentation of marine traffic, along with consultations with port operators and the Philippine Coast Guard.
- Coastal Data: Assessment of tidal waves, storm surges, and tsunami forces for bridges near shorelines.
- Geohazards: Consider risks from earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, storm surges, landslides, flooding, and impacts of climate change on design.
- Environmental Factors: Evaluate local conditions to minimize environmental damage and address corrosive environments when adjacent to the sea.
Design Requirements
- Bridge Location and Alignment: Favorable sites should be selected to minimize construction and maintenance costs during feasibility studies.
- Waterway Considerations: Assess the length and span arrangement of the bridge.
- Clearances: Ensure vertical clearance between the Design Flood Level (DFL) and the lowest member of the superstructure is at least 1.50 m for debris-carrying rivers and 1.00 m for others.
- Low-Level Bridges: Designed for areas prone to flooding, appropriate for low-traffic roads where conventional bridge costs are impractical.
- Deck Drainage: Design bridge decks with systems to remove runoff effectively, discharging into existing stormwater systems or other outlets.
Other Design Considerations
- Clearances: Evaluate necessary navigational, air, highway, underpass, tunnel, and truss bridge clearances.
- Traffic Railings: Design to contain and redirect vehicles, ensuring occupant safety in collisions and protecting pedestrians and vehicles on crossing roadways.
- Curbs and Sidewalks: Include provisions for safety and traffic management in design specifications.
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This quiz covers important aspects of bridge maintenance, rehabilitation, and design criteria. It focuses on the methods to prolong infrastructure usage and the relevant codes and specifications from governing laws. Test your knowledge on how to identify and address quality assurance in bridge management.
