PLAN

VIEW A-A

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U-BACK WING DETAIL

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VIEW A-A

Full Integral with Deck Closure

The location of the deck closure pour is subject to the staging sequence established by the
designer. Deck closures should be used when noncomposite DL deflections > 2 . Backwall
closures may be poured with the deck as long as the concrete in the backwall remains plastic
throughout the pour by use of retarders, etc.

Note A: A cold joint shall be provided between the two phases of the integral abutment pile cap,
separated by 1/2 preformed joint filler. No steel shall penetrate the joint. The joint shall be
oriented parallel to the bridge centerline.

Note B:

bf
2

+ 6" where b f is the width of the widest flange.

** Min. distance equals lap length + 6

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VIEW A-A
Semi-Integral with Deck Closure
The location of the deck closure pour is subject to the staging sequence established by the
designer. Deck closures should be used when noncomposite DL deflections > 2 . Backwall
closures may be poured with the deck as long as the concrete in the backwall remains plastic
throughout the pour by use of retarders, etc.

Note B:

bf
2

+ 6" where b f is the width of the widest flange.

** Min. distance equals lap length + 6

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VIEW A-A

Full Integral without Deck Closure

Backwall closures may be poured with the deck as long as the concrete in the backwall remains
plastic throughout the pour by use of retarders, etc.
Note A: A cold joint shall be provided between the two phases of the integral abutment pile cap,
separated by 1/2 preformed joint filler. No steel shall penetrate the joint. The joint shall be
oriented parallel to the bridge centerline.

Note B:

bf
2

+ 6" where b f is the width of the widest flange.

** Min. distance equals lap length + 6

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VIEW A-A
Semi-Integral without Deck Closure
Backwall closures may be poured with the deck as long as the concrete in the backwall remains
plastic throughout the pour by use of retarders, etc.

Note B:

bf
2

+ 6" where b f is the width of the widest flange.

** Min. distance equals lap length + 6

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The thickness of the Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) layer at the bottom of the integral
backwall/abutment shall be determined using the following formula:
h

height of integral backwall/abutment in inches

total thermal movement for entire temperature range in inches (total of

expansion and contraction)

EPS t

EPS thickness in inches (shall not be < 10)

EPS t = 10 [0.01h + 0.67(L )]

The designer shall ensure that the latest version of the Special Provision for Elastic Inclusion is
placed in the contract. Elastic Inclusion is the combination of the elasticized EPS material and
the geotextile separation membrane fabric.

SECTION
Showing full integral with approach slab

SECTION
Showing full integral without approach slab

SECTION
Showing semi-integral with approach slab

SECTION
Showing semi-integral without approach slab

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EXPANDED POLYSTYRENE (EPS) DETAILS

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WING REINFORCEMENT DETAIL

Wings integral with footing

Wing shall be designed for moment and shear developed due to passive earth pressures. The
designer shall ensure that the connection between the wing and the footing (including reinforcing
steel embedment) is sufficient.

Note to designer:
Items in blocks are for designer's information only and are not to be placed on plans.

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ALTERNATE WING DETAILS

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TRANSVERSE SECTION
Crowned

TRANSVERSE SECTION
Superelevated

If h is less than 12, the bottom of the footing shall be constructed level, and the difference in
elevation will be compensated for above the hinge. If h exceeds 12, the bottom of the footing
shall be sloped. In the case of a crowned section, in which h exceeds 12, it may be necessary
to add a longitudinal joint through the superstructure and the entire integral abutment. The
longitudinal joint shall be located in the median. In the absence of a median, a semi-integral
bridge should be considered.
Details on this sheet apply to both steel and concrete structures.

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SECTION A-A
This Alternate Backwall detail may be considered in situations where the length, skew, or
geometry of the bridge precludes it from the integral bridge concept (See file no. 20.01-1 and 2).
This detail combines the jointless concept with traditional concepts to provide a bridge that has a
jointless superstructure and allows the use of uncoated weathering steel. Due to the increase in
abutment quantities, the use of this detail should be based on initial cost and future maintenance
cost analysis of the structure. For guidance on when to select this type of abutment detail, see
the Selection Algorithm-20.01-5.
Additional alternate backwall details are under development and will be revised at a later date.
During the interim additional details and information of this detail are available upon request.

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GIRDER END DETAIL

Integral bridge shall have a 3" diameter hole located as shown in detail. The location of the vent
hole shall be on the high end of the bridge. If the bridge is level, then place hole on both ends.
The hole is to allow water to vent trapped air during high water.

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SECTION A-A
Note:
1

2 - /8" preformed bedding material pads conforming to Sec. 237, full length of approach slab
seat. Between the pads use either a powdered graphite lubricant or Molykote 321 by Dow
Corning or Mantek Dri-guard.

PART PLAN
Sleeper Pad
Notes for designer:
1) Items in blocks are for designer's information only and are not to be placed on plans.
1

2) W = total thermal movement range due to expansion and contraction + /4"

3) When the approach slab is used with integral bridge type of construction, modify approach slab
reinforcing steel to have a 90 hook as shown. Modify the above shown sleeper pad as needed for
skewed bridges.

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DETAIL D
Notes to Designer:
For existing simple span bridges which need retrofitting due to joint leakage, the joints may be
eliminated and the slab may be made continuous as shown in Detail D on this sheet. Such
details can only be applied to short and medium spans (up to 100 feet). No more than two spans
will be made continuous. Flexure cracks in the deck are expected at the pier; however, the
problems associated with these cracks are much less than the problems resulting from leaking
joints. Other states add on an asphalt concrete overlay above the entire deck slab after
eliminating the joints. This is expected to provide better results and should be used if possible. If
the joint is eliminated, it is important to ensure that one or both of the adjacent bearings
supporting the beams at the joint are capable of allowing horizontal movement. For further
details, see Integral Bridges in Transportation Research Record 1275. If the above method is not
feasible, the designer may consult the State Structure and Bridge Engineer, on the possibility of
replacing the existing joint with elastomeric concrete.

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CONTINUOUS SLABS RETROFITTING EXISTING BRIDGE

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