WisDOT Bridge Manual

Chapter 1 Index
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Although the material in this Wisconsin Bridge Manual has

Structures, no warranty, expressed or implied, is made by
Transportation, as to the accuracy of the material in this
distribution constitute any such warranty, and responsibility
Department of Transportation in connection therewith.

been tested by the Bureau of

the Wisconsin Department of
manual, nor shall the fact of
is not assumed by Wisconsin

1.1 Introduction
The Bridge Manual is for the guidance of design engineers, technicians, and inspection
personnel engaged in bridge design, plan preparation, and construction for the Wisconsin
Department of Transportation. It is prepared to encourage uniform application of designs
and standard details in plan preparation of bridges and other related structures.
This manual is a guide for the layout, design and preparation of highway structure plans. It
does not replace, modify, or supersede any provisions of the Wisconsin Standard
Specifications, plans or contracts.

1.2 Index
Chapter
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3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
17

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Title
General
Design Criteria
Aesthetics
Economics and Costs
Plan Preparation
Accelerated Bridge Construction
Hydraulics
Materials
Geotechnical Investigation
Foundation Support
Abutments
Piers
Retaining Walls
Slope Protection
Superstructure - General

Chapter
18
19
23
24
27
28
29
30
32
36
37
38
39
40
45

Title
Concrete Slab Structures
Prestressed Concrete
Timber Structures
Steel Girder Structures
Bearings
Expansion Devices
Floor Drains
Railings
Utilities and Lighting
Box Culverts
Pedestrian Bridges
Railroad Structures
Sign Structures
Bridge Rehabilitation
Bridge Rating

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