Difference between revisions of "231.8 Bridge Width"

Latest revision as of 14:51, 26 January 2021

The minimum roadway width for new bridges shall be the greatest of:

¹ 2 feet per side minimum

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-Bridge width will vary based on project scope, context of surrounding road and future plans for the route.  Project scope and bridge economics usually determine the treatment strategy for individual projects.  Treatment strategies range from rehabilitation to rehabilitation and widening to complete replacement. Bridges over 1000 ft long require full width shoulders so that disabled vehicles can be accommodated.
+The minimum roadway width for new bridges shall be the greatest of:
+::*  Width of approach travelway + shoulders
+::*  Width of approach travelway + 4 feet<sup>1</sup>
+::*  24 feet.
-'''Major Roads'''
+::<sup>1</sup> 2 feet per side minimum
-The desirable width of bridges on Major roads includes the traveled lanes and shoulders.  The minimum width of bridges for Major roads is 24 ft., that is, there could be situations where an existing bridge may be rehabilitated and used in place even though it may not be the desirable width.
-'''Minor Roads'''
-The desirable minimum width of bridges on Minor roads includes the traveled lanes and 2 ft. shoulders.  For routes with 10 ft. lanes, the bridge width to strive for is 24 ft. and for routes with 12 ft. lanes, the desirable width is 28 ft.
 [[category:231 Typical Section Elements for Roadways|231.08]]