Pilot Proof-Load Test on Viaduct De Beek: Case Study

Journal article (2017)

Authors

E.O.L. Lantsoght Steel & Composite Structures - CEG , Universidad San Francisco de Quito
R.T. Koekkoek Steel & Composite Structures - CEG
C. van der Veen Steel & Composite Structures - CEG
D.A. Hordijk Steel & Composite Structures - CEG
A de Boer Ministry of Infrastructure and the Environment
Research Group
Steel & Composite Structures (CEG) (TU Delft)
Copyright: © 2017 E.O.L. Lantsoght, R.T. Koekkoek, C. van der Veen, D.A. Hordijk, A. de Boer
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1061/(ASCE)BE.1943-5592.0001131
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Published Date

2017

Language

English

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Faculty

Civil Engineering & Geosciences

Department

Engineering Structures

Research Group

Steel & Composite Structures

Abstract

For existing bridges, proof-load testing can be a suitable assessment method. This paper addresses the evaluation of a posted reinforced concrete slab bridge over a highway through proof-load testing, detailing the preparation, execution, and analysis of the test. As the target proof-load and the required measurements for proof-load testing currently are not well-defined in the existing codes, this pilot case was used to develop and evaluate proposed recommendations for proof-load testing for a future guideline on proof-load testing for the Netherlands. Moreover, the pilot proof-load test is used to study the feasibility of proof-load testing for both shear and flexure