Bridge Engineering, Third Edition

The state of the art in highway bridge engineeringFully updated with the latest codes and standards, including load and resistance factor design (LRFD), Bridge Engineering, Third Edition covers highway bridge planning, design, construction, maintenance, and rehabilitation. This thoroughly revised reference contains cutting-edge analytical, design, and construction practices, the most current information on new materials and methods, and proven, cost-effective maintenance and repair techniques. Real-world case studies and hundreds of helpful photos and illustrations are also included in this practical resource.BRIDGE ENGINEERING, THIRD EDITION FEATURES COMPLETE COVERAGE OF: Highway bridge structuresProject inceptionProject fundingDesign standardsBridge inspection and site surveyPhysical testingAs-built plans and other record dataSuperstructure typesDeck typesWearing surface typesDeck joint typesDesign loadsDesign methodsInternal forcesLoad distributionConcrete deck slabsComposite steel membersPlate girder designContinuous beamsProtecting steel superstructuresLoad ratingPrestressed concreteSubstructure designAbutmentsPiersBearingsManaging the design processContract documentsBridge management systems