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WisDOT - Bureau of Structures Brandan Burger

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Anything structural change in loading, structural capacity, pile locations If in doubt, call us! See Structures Contacts Handout BOS Contacts.doc Remind Contractor to go thru Construction Staff for answers

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Proper rebar clearance Release welded tabs prior to deck set

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Plan details for fill at wing tips Proper Fill = Minimize Future Erosion

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Overhead sign supports, sign bridges, traffic signal monotubes, high mast light poles Inspect at time of installation Proper lubrication of bolts is critical New bolt suppliers paperwork should include suppliers rotational capacity test New Pre-installation test for direct tension indicator (DTI) washers - contractor should submit form DT2322 to engineer Schedule an in service initial inspection prior to opening to traffic - NC bridge maintenance ancillary inspector Ancillary Structures QA/QC Training on April 9th

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Inspect temporary structures before opening to traffic Conform to NBIS & departments structure inspection manual Guidance in CMM: Chapter 5 Structures Contractors Responsibility Included in Std. Spec. 526.3.3 Submit DT2007 to the engineer & BOS Maintenance Section Inspector must be department-certified active team leader List online see CMM

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New Structural Approach Slabs US Highways & Interstates

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Bridge Manual ABC chapter Recently Completed WisDOT projects: Precast pier columns & pier caps; Inverted T girders; SPMT move.

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Submit electronic copy via email. Pile forms: dt1315.xls dt1315.xls dt1924.doc dt1924.doc

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Probing during deck pour and dry run Top Cover Deck thickness See CMM 5-15.5.8

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Upcoming change for 2015 New installation requirements: ACI/CRSI Certified Installer, or Field Verification by Non-Destructive Pullout Testing Implementation as a part of (and guidance provided in) 2015 Standard Specifications

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Std. spec.As approved by the Engineer Does not have to be on Approved Products list. Engineer should read manufacturers information and determine if it is appropriate.

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Call us with Questions We look forward to another great year of bridge construction! THANK YOU!

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