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Factors affecting For Selection of Type of Bridge The choice of type of a bridge generally depends upon the following factors: The nature and bed conditions of river or stream.The nature and volume of traffic to be carried.Whether navigation is done in the river or not.Hydraulic data collected at the site.The climatic condition of the … Continue reading 11 Factors affecting For Selection of Type of Bridge
5 Component Parts Of A Bridge The component parts of a bridge can be broadly categorized as follows: a) Superstructure b) Substructure a) Superstructure The upper part of a bridge consisting of a structural system in the form of beams, girders, arches, suspension cable & truss etc. is called superstructure. The function of the superstructure … Continue reading 5 Component Parts Of A Bridge
What is Mud Pumping? Joints form the break in the cement concrete pavement. This causes infiltration of water through them. The infiltration of water through the joints damages the soil sub-grade and the soil slurry ejects out through the joints under heavy wheel loads. This phenomenon is known as mud pumping. Read More: Problems Of … Continue reading What is Mud Pumping
Difference Between Bridge And Culvert Bridge CulvertThe cross drainage structure which is constructed for carrying road or railway across natural drainage or compression is called bridge.The Bridge has a total span up to 6m is called culvert.All bridges are not culverts.All culverts are bridges.It is constructed where a drain or depression of any width … Continue reading 5 Major Difference Between Bridge And Culvert
Conservancy System 1. This system does not permit compact design of buildings. 2. This system is non-hygienic. 3. A large area is required for treatment and disposal. 4. Labour force required is much more 5. There are chances for the out break of epidemic. 6. Underground sources of water may be polluted. 7. It requires … Continue reading Comparison Between Conservancy System and Water Carriage System
Factors considering Selection of Site For a Bridge & Culvert Construction The selection of a site for bridges and culverts is an art and requires considerable investigation. A few points that deserve attention are given below. 1. A site which is on a straight reach of the drainage should be selected. The curved reach … Continue reading 12 Factors Considering Selection of Site For a Bridge & Culvert construction
Under-Sluices or Scouring Sluices The under-Sluices are the openings which are fully controlled by gates, provided in weir wall with their crest at a low level. They are located on the same side as the off-taking canal. Under sluices are also called scouring sluices because they help in removing the silt near the head regulators. … Continue reading Under-Sluices And Their Function