An Introduction to Bridge Substructure and Superstructure Inspection

This publication provides introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and bridge inspectors interested in inspection of bridge substructure and superstructure. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. ABUTMENTS, 3. RETAINING WALLS 4. PIERS AND BENTS, 5. PILE BENTS, 6. DOLPHINS AND FENDERS, 7. CONCRETE BEAMS AND GIRDERS, 8. STEEL BEAMS AND GIRDERS, 9. PIN AND HANGER CONNECTIONS, 10. FLOOR SYSTEMS, 11. DIAPHRAGMS AND CROSS FRAMES, 12. TRUSSES, 13. LATERAL BRACING PORTALS AND SWAY FRAMES, 14. TIED ARCHES, 15. METAL BEARINGS, 16. ELASTOMERIC BEARINGS, 17. DECKS, 18. EXPANSION JOINTS, 19. RAILINGS, SIDEWALKS, AND CURBS, 20. APPROACHES, 21. BRIDGE DRAINAGE.