Development of LRFD Design Procedures for Bridge Piles in Iowa (TR-573)
| Principal Investigator: | Sivalingam Sritharan |
|---|---|
| Co-Principal Investigator: | Muhannad Suleiman |
| Team Members: | Member 1 |
| Member 2 | |
| Sponsor(s): | Iowa Department of Transportation |
| Start Date: | 07/01/2007 |
| End Date: | 06/30/2008 |
| Keywords: | Soil Foundation & Structure Interaction |
Project Description:
The overall objective of this research project is to examine current
pile design and construction procedures used by the Iowa DOT and
recommend changes and improvements to them that are consistent with
available pile load test data, soils information, and bridge design
practiced recommended by load and resistance factor design (LRFD). In
this process, we will make it a priority to work towards recommended
changes and improvements that do not significantly increase design and
construction costs.