Handbook for Bridge Inspections - TSP2
Handbook for Bridge Inspections - TSP2
Handbook for Bridge Inspections - TSP2
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Example 9.2-25<br />
9.2 CONCRETE ELEMENTS<br />
Leakage through joints between concrete elements<br />
because ofinadequalc seal ing ca using a dampness<br />
attack on the underside orthe bridge.<br />
The elements are prestressed and there<strong>for</strong>e particularly<br />
vulnerable to corrosion of the rein<strong>for</strong>cement.<br />
The bridge deck has been exposed to de-icing salt.<br />
Type of Damage: 207<br />
LeakagelDampness of Concrete<br />
Degree of Damage &<br />
Consequences:<br />
3M<br />
Cause of Damage: 38<br />
Construction Fault<br />
Procedures:<br />
In sta llation ornew waterproofing layer on the bridge<br />
deck within one year<br />
Example 9.2-26<br />
Leakage through joints between the clements of a<br />
pedestrian culvert because of inadequate seal ing.<br />
Type of Damage:<br />
Lcakage/Dampncss of Concrete<br />
Degree of Damage &<br />
Conseq uences:<br />
Cause of Damage:<br />
Construction Fault<br />
207<br />
3T, 2M<br />
38<br />
Procedures:<br />
The joints should be sealed within three years.<br />
Example 9.2-27<br />
Serious leakage in the region of a power cable duct.<br />
There is a pathway under the bridge.<br />
Type of Damage: 207<br />
Leakage/Dampness of Concrete<br />
208<br />
Di scoloration of Concrete Element<br />
Degree of Damage ICon sequences: 2M, 2E<br />
Cause of Damage : 38<br />
Construction Fault<br />
Procedures:<br />
Leakage to be sealed within five years.<br />
<strong>Handbook</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Bridge</strong> Inspect ions 165