Practical Design Guidelines for Replacement of Deficient Bridges with Low-Water Stream Crossing in the Rural Midwest
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Financial Summary |
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| Contract Amount: | $162,197.68 |
| Suggested Contribution: | |
| Total Commitments Received: | $162,197.00 |
| 100% SP&R Approval: | Approved |
Contact Information |
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| Lead Study Contact(s): | David Behzadpour | ||
| David.Behzadpour@ks.gov | |||
| Phone: 785-291-3847 | |||
| FHWA Technical Liaison(s): | Jennifer Nicks | ||
| jennifer.nicks@dot.gov | |||
| Phone: 202- 493-3075 | |||
Commitments by Organizations
| Organization | Year | Commitments | Technical Contact Name | Funding Contact Name |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department of Transportation | 2015 | $30,000.00 | Tom Winkelman | Megan Swanson |
| Kansas Department of Transportation | 2014 | $30,000.00 | Michael Ingalls | David Behzadpour |
| Kansas Department of Transportation | 2015 | $30,000.00 | Michael Ingalls | David Behzadpour |
| Kansas Department of Transportation | 2016 | $42,197.00 | Michael Ingalls | David Behzadpour |
| Ohio Department of Transportation | 2015 | $30,000.00 | Vicky Fout | General Research |
| Texas Department of Transportation | $0.00 |
Study Description
Study Description
Many county-owned in rural areas bridges are deficient and in need of replacement. Counties cannot afford to replace all deficient bridges and must prioritize their expenditures. In many locations the type and volume of traffic is too low to justify the expense of bridge replacement. This situation is worsening as the rural population declines. Some counties are closing low-volume roads rather than replacing deficient bridges. In some locations a low-water stream crossing might be a practical low-cost alternative to road closure. County engineers and engineering consultants need guidelines to assess the practicality of replacing a deficient bridge with a low-water crossing and to select the best type of crossing. They also need straightforward design procedures and general design details for common types of crossings. Some general guidance on low-water crossings can be found in reports by the U.S. Forest Service (2006) and Iowa State University (2003). However, these reports do not provide some of the specific information needed for site assessment and crossing design.
Objectives
In this project, we will produce a report that provides practical engineering guidance for the replacement of deficient bridges with low-water stream crossings in the rural Midwest. The report will address the following issues. 1. Site assessment and economics. 2. Selection of crossing type. The two basic types of low-cost low-water crossings are the unvented ford and the vented ford. 3. Design of roadway profile and culvert pipes. 4. Selection of crossing materials. Low-water crossings can be built of concrete, crushed stone, natural stone, stone reinforced with geogrid or geotextile, stone-filled gabions and other materials. We will provide guidelines for materials selection. 5. General design details. We will provide general design details for unvented fords and vented fords constructed of different materials. We will also provide guidance on signage of low-water crossings.
Comments
We are looking for 4-5 partners to contribute a one time contribution of $25,000-30,000. We have requested 100% SPR Funding
Documents
Documents Attached
Solicitation Documents
Documents Attached
| Title | File/Link | Document Category | Document Type | Privacy | Document Date | Download |
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| Approved Waiver Memo | Approval of SP&R Waiver Solicitation#1373.pdf | Memorandum | Other | Public | 2014-06-04 |
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| Solicitation Proposal Low water Crossing | Low water crossings Proposal .pdf | TPF Study Documentation | Study Summary | Public | 2014-04-11 |
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Practical Design Guidelines for Replacement of Deficient Bridges with Low-Water Stream Crossing in the Rural Midwest
General Information |
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| Study Number: | TPF-5(318) |
| Lead Organization: | Kansas Department of Transportation |
| Contract Start Date: | May 01, 2015 |
| Solicitation Number: | 1373 |
| Partners: | IL, KS, OH, TX |
| Status: | Closed |
| Est. Completion Date: | May 30, 2017 |
| Contract/Other Number: | |
| Last Updated: | Apr 11, 2017 |
| Contract End Date: | Aug 31, 2016 |
Financial Summary |
|
| Contract Amount: | $162,197.68 |
| Total Commitments Received: | $162,197.00 |
| 100% SP&R Approval: | |
Contact Information |
|||
| Lead Study Contact(s): | David Behzadpour | ||
| David.Behzadpour@ks.gov | |||
| Phone: 785-291-3847 | |||
| FHWA Technical Liaison(s): | Jennifer Nicks | ||
| jennifer.nicks@dot.gov | |||
| Phone: 202- 493-3075 | |||
Commitments by Organizations
| Organization | Year | Commitments | Technical Contact Name | Funding Contact Name | Contact Number | Email Address |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois Department of Transportation | 2015 | $30,000.00 | Tom Winkelman | Megan Swanson | 217-782-3547 | Megan.Swanson@illinois.gov |
| Kansas Department of Transportation | 2014 | $30,000.00 | Michael Ingalls | David Behzadpour | 785-291-3847 | David.Behzadpour@ks.gov |
| Kansas Department of Transportation | 2015 | $30,000.00 | Michael Ingalls | David Behzadpour | 785-291-3847 | David.Behzadpour@ks.gov |
| Kansas Department of Transportation | 2016 | $42,197.00 | Michael Ingalls | David Behzadpour | 785-291-3847 | David.Behzadpour@ks.gov |
| Ohio Department of Transportation | 2015 | $30,000.00 | Vicky Fout | General Research | 614-644-8135 | Research@dot.state.oh.us |
Study Description
Study Description
Many county-owned in rural areas bridges are deficient and in need of replacement. Counties cannot afford to replace all deficient bridges and must prioritize their expenditures. In many locations the type and volume of traffic is too low to justify the expense of bridge replacement. This situation is worsening as the rural population declines. Some counties are closing low-volume roads rather than replacing deficient bridges. In some locations a low-water stream crossing might be a practical low-cost alternative to road closure. County engineers and engineering consultants need guidelines to assess the practicality of replacing a deficient bridge with a low-water crossing and to select the best type of crossing. They also need straightforward design procedures and general design details for common types of crossings. Some general guidance on low-water crossings can be found in reports by the U.S. Forest Service (2006) and Iowa State University (2003). However, these reports do not provide some of the specific information needed for site assessment and crossing design.
Objectives
In this project, we will produce a report that provides practical engineering guidance for the replacement of deficient bridges with low-water stream crossings in the rural Midwest. The report will address the following issues. 1. Site assessment and economics. 2. Selection of crossing type. The two basic types of low-cost low-water crossings are the unvented ford and the vented ford. 3. Design of roadway profile and culvert pipes. 4. Selection of crossing materials. Low-water crossings can be built of concrete, crushed stone, natural stone, stone reinforced with geogrid or geotextile, stone-filled gabions and other materials. We will provide guidelines for materials selection. 5. General design details. We will provide general design details for unvented fords and vented fords constructed of different materials. We will also provide guidance on signage of low-water crossings.
Comments
We are looking for 4-5 partners to contribute a one time contribution of $25,000-30,000. We have requested 100% SPR Funding
Documents
| Title | File/Link | Type | Private |
|---|---|---|---|
| TPF-5(318) Closeout Letter | TPF-5(318) Closeout Letter-Signed.pdf | Memorandum | Public |
| TPF-5(318) Closeout Funding Spreadsheet | TPF-5(318) Closeout Funding Spreadsheet.pdf | Other | Public |
| TPF-5(318) Final Report--Practical Design Guidelines for Replacement of Deficient Bridges with Low-Water Stream Crossing in the Rural Midwest | Deliverable | Public | |
| TPF-5(318) Summary Final Report-Practical Design Guidelines for Replacement of Deficient Bridges with Low-Water Stream Crossing in the Rural Midwest | FHWA-KS-16-19_Summary.pdf | Other | Public |
| Quarterly REport June 2016 | TPF Standard Quarterly Report June 2016.pdf | Progress Report | Public |
| March 2016 Quarterly Report | Quarterly Report TPF-5(318) March 2016-1.pdf | Progress Report | Public |
| December 2015 Quarterly Report | 4thTPF Quarterly Report TPF-5(318).pdf | Progress Report | Public |
| Sept 2015 Quarterly Report | Progress Report | Public | |
| June 2015 Quarterly Report | SPR_quarterly_report_TPF-5(318) 06-30-15.pdf | Progress Report | Public |
| Acceptance Letter | Acceptance Letter.pdf | Other | Public |
Solicitation Documents
| Title | File/Link | Type | Private |
|---|---|---|---|
| Approved Waiver Memo | Approval of SP&R Waiver Solicitation#1373.pdf | Memorandum | Public |
| Solicitation Proposal Low water Crossing | Low water crossings Proposal .pdf | TPF Study Documentation | Public |
