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Handbook for Bridge Inspections - TSP2

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9.2 CONCRETE ELEMENTS<br />

Example 9.2-31<br />

Leakage through the bridge deck made of very<br />

poor, porous concrete has resulted in severe corrosion<br />

orthe re in fo rcement, spalling and crumbling<br />

concrete.<br />

Type of Damage: 207<br />

Leakage/Dampness of Concrete<br />

209<br />

Insufficien t/damaged covering<br />

210<br />

213<br />

Spalling of Concrete Element<br />

214<br />

Corrosion of the Rein<strong>for</strong>cement<br />

Degree of Damage/Consequences: 3C<br />

Cause of Damage: 38<br />

Construction Fault<br />

Procedures:<br />

Rebui lding ofhridge deck within I year.<br />

Example 9.2-32<br />

Leakage through the cast-joints of a retaining wall<br />

leads to weathering orthe concrete. The retaining<br />

wall is located adjacent and parallell to the road.<br />

Type of Damage: 207<br />

Leakage/Dampness of Concrete<br />

208<br />

Di scoloration of Concrete Element<br />

210<br />

Weathering of Concrete<br />

Degree of Damage/Consequences: 1 C, 2M, 3E<br />

Cause of Damage: 38<br />

Construction Fault<br />

Procedures:<br />

Inj ection filling of the cast joints, and cleaning<br />

up/treatment of the surface material within three<br />

years.<br />

<strong>Handbook</strong> <strong>for</strong> <strong>Bridge</strong> Inspect ions 167

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