Report-Bhairab Bridge

Contents
CHAPTER-1: BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................. 2

1.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 2
CHAPTER-2: METHODOLOGY .......................................................................................................... 4
2.1. General Approach-- ................................................................................................................ 4
2.2. Format ..................................................................................................................................... 4
CHAPTER-3: OBSERVATIONS AND DISCUSSION ON VISUAL INSPECTION .......................... 5
3.1. General .................................................................................................................................... 5
3.2. Observation & Discussion ...................................................................................................... 5
CHAPTER-4: FUTURE ACTION PLAN ............................................................................................ 22
CHAPTER-5: APPENDIX OF FORMATS ......................................................................................... 24
FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES ..................................... 24
FORMAT B: INVENTORY OF BRIDGES ON ROADS UNDER STATE PWD, GOVT OF
WEST BENGAL .............................................................................................................................. 27
FORMAT C: STANDARD PROFORMA FOR INSPECTION REPORT (FOR PASSAGE OF
ODC/OWC) ...................................................................................................................................... 31
CHAPTER-6: PHOTOGRAPHS .......................................................................................................... 38
CHAPTER-7: SITE NDT REPORTS ................................................................................................... 47
CHAPTER-8: DRAWINGS ................................................................................................................. 48
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge
condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures
wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for repair and Highway division
rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under
Public Work Directorate.
Bridge No. 05: Bhairab Bridge
CHAPTER-1: BACKGROUND
1.1. Introduction
Public Works (Roads) Directorate (PWRD), Govt. of West Bengal, has built several
Bridges, Grade Separators and ROBs in the State of West Bengal. Some of these structures
are more than 50 years old and have almost lived their design capacity. With the increasing
traffic density in West Bengal since the starting of this decade, all these structures are
subjected to severe congestion and have started showing signs of distress. Although some
repair works have been carried out on the affected portion to keep these structures in running
condition, absence of regular monitoring and maintenance system have resulted in
deterioration of some of the key components which require immediate attention to prevent
any safety hazards to the vehicular traffic plying on them.
RITES Ltd, Highway Division, Kolkata have been assigned to assess the present
condition of 32 numbers of bridges under Package 1B under the jurisdiction of PWD South
Zone and suggest remedial/suitable measures to maintain its existing serviceability. The
Letter of Acceptance (LoA) issued by the Superintending Engineer, Nabanna Circle, Public
Works Directorate bears Memo no 843/4E-165/CE/T&T/KMDA/W-385 dated 16.08.2016.
Salient Features
The bridge is at Km 17 Km of Chunakhali - Jalangi road State Highway SH-11 near
village Islampur . The bridge was built in year between 1970-1975 on river Jalangi. It has a
length of 224.5 m (as per PWD list) with span arrangement of 2 Spans X 20.75m + 5 Spans X
36.50m. The bridge has Reinforced concrete and pre-stressed concrete members with
superstructure type of PSC box girder & RCC suspended slab having structural system of
balanced cantilever with suspended slab. It has a carriageway width of 7.5 m having wearing
coat of Mastic asphalt type and expansion joint type of Strip seal with footpath of 0.9 m on
both sides and Standard RCC Railing & RCC crash barrier type of railing. Its foundation is
not visible. It has Tar paper, Steel plate & Rocker cum roller type of bearing.
Scope of Work
Both the objective and the detailed 'Scope of Work' of the Consultant has already been
outlined in the 'Request for Proposal'. A brief scope under both Stage 1 and Stage 2 is
presented below:
STAGE 1: 1st Stage Inspection report for collection of Bridge Inventory data by
Mobile Bridge Inspection Unit (MBIU) to be collected for those bridges which seem to be
critical as per visual observation and/or as per other reports of the Authority; The following
items are to be covered under this scope:
 Collection of available documents from the Authority;
 Conducting Topographic Survey;
 Visual inspection of the bridge;
STAGE 2: 2nd Stage of detailed Inspection to be adopted for other bridges under this
Package i.e. not inspected under STAGE 1. The following items are to be covered under this
scope:
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 All the above as stated under PART I;

 ascertaining load-carrying capacity;
 Conducting Non-destructive test;
 Underwater inspection;
 Preparation of BoQ and cost estimate.
CHAPTER-2: METHODOLOGY
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2.1. General Approach--
A team of Engineers of RITES has inspected each component of the bridge/flyover
for the collection of Inventory data. Subsequently, visual inspection of the entire bridge has
been carried out in detail and recorded. Immediately upon completion of the above two
activities, the Survey team of RITES has completed NDT investigation and Topographic
Survey also using a high precision instrument like Total Station.
2.2. Format
As per RFP, the following three formats are to be filled up by the consultant at
different stages of the study.
1. Format A: Proforma for Condition Survey of Bridges
2. Format B: Inventory of Bridges on Roads under State PWD, Govt. of West Bengal;
3. Format C: Standard Proforma for Inspection report (for Passage of ODC/OWC).
All the above three formats are duly filled up and submitted as Appendix with the
report. However, the formats shall be updated after the detailed inspection using MBIU and
after completion of Non-destructive Tests.
CHAPTER-3: OBSERVATIONS AND DISCUSSION ON VISUAL

INSPECTION
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3.1. General
RITES Ltd., Highway Division, Kolkata has carried out the inspection of Bhairab
Bridge falls on State Highway SH-11 (Chunkhali-Jalangi Road) at 17.0 km.
The structure is checked for visual deformation and any apparent signs of distress
which could impair the functioning of the vital components.
Preliminary assessment of the structural condition is carried out by visual inspection
which is done mainly focusing the followings:
1. Spalling, honeycombing, leaching, loss of material in members of superstructure and
sub-structure;
2. Corrosion of re-bars, exposure of re-bars;
3. All visible cracks;
4. Excessive vibrations;
5. Condition of bearings;
3.2. Observation & Discussion

As understood, the bridge was constructed in the early 1970-75s as locally informed
and as-built drawings and detailed design documents of the bridge could not be tracked from
PWD. In the absence of drawings and details, information related to sectional details,
connection details, re-bars, and pre-stressing system embedded into the concrete (if any)
could not be ascertained.
The bridge was visited by RITES ltd. team on 07-09-2019 for preliminary site visit and from
03-12-2019 to 07-12-2019 for 1st stage inspection report.
The observations of the RITES team on the visual inspection are summarized below:
3.2.1 Traffic condition

The structure was completed in 1970-75 over the Bhairab/Jalangi River on the state highway
SH-11, we observed congestion-free traffic flow but found disturbance of smooth traffic flow
due to settlement in approach road. The brideg approaches are rehabilitated in 2018 when a
large settlement was observed but the approach road still exhibit minor settlement on present-
day. (Refer figure no. 1)
3.2.2 Waterway
1. The Bhairab bridge is a high-level river bridge built over Bhairab river/Jalangi River.
Jalangi river is a branch of Padma river and a tributary river of Ganga river. The flow
pattern is straight to curve Jalangi is a modern stream, but its age is not known.
Apparently, it opened up long after the Bhairab River ran as a strong stream in a
southeasterly direction. Gradually the channel is shrinking and due to irregular flow
of water this part of Jalangi river has become palaeochannel and the discharge
through the Jalangi river is maintained by Bhairab river, even though the discharge of
Jalangi is satisfactory during monsoon.(Refer figure no. 2 & 3)
3.2.3 Carriage Way

i) approach slab & approach wearing course.
ii) Wearing course over the structure.
iii) Expansion Joint.
iv) Drainage spouts.
v) Footpath/ Sidewalk.
vi) Railing.
i) Approach slab & approach wearing course.
Observation:
1. Approach slab is rehabilitated & no defect is observed
2. Approach road wearing course at abutment A2 end shows minor settlement, cracking
& pothole. (Refer figure no. 4)
Discussion:
1. Bridge approaches typically experience two types of settlement, global and local. The
global settlement consists of a consolidation of the underlying natural foundation soils
and is evidence of possible long-term differential settlement between the bridge
structure and the bridge embankment. The local settlement consists of compression
of fill materials directly beneath the approach pavement and is evidence of possible
embankment consolidation within the upper 10 to 20 feet of the bridge embankment.
2. Damages to side slopes may also take place as a result of too steep slope gradients or
poorly compacted fills. Steep slopes can be adjusted to achieve a gentle slope with the
restoration of rain cut & proper slope stabilization.
3. Positive drainage must be ensured without erosion of fill material. bridge end
drainage provisions can include concrete spill slope protection, concrete slope aprons,
drain basins, curbs, and side slope drainage provisions which includes.
ii) Wearing course over the structure.
Observation:
1. Observed pothole and cracks in the wearing course. (Refer figure no. 5 )
Discussion:
1. The main function of the surface course is to provide skid-resistance surface, friction,
and drainage of the pavement. Since roads indirectly contribute to the economic
growth of the country, it is extremely essential that the roads are well laid out and
strong, watertight against surface water infiltration. Potholes are one of the public’s
main local concerns, as they are highly visible defects. Many perceive that the quality
of local roads may be deteriorating, with potholes being one of the main causes.
Therefore, it is a need to carry out timely inspection and maintenance of potholes or
any damage to avoid inconvenience to road users.
iii) Expansion Joint.

Observation:
1. Strip seal expansion joints are properly laid with some small crack in adjacent
concrete but ensure the smooth transfer of traffic. (Refer figure no. 6)
Discussion:
1. The expansion joint represents a discontinuity point in road pavement. Therefore, it
is extremely sensitive to errors of various natures. The bridge expansion joint is
designed to allow for continuous traffic movement between structure while
accommodating movement, shrinkage & temperature variation of the structure.
2. Cracks such as uncontrolled cracks; plastic shrinkage cracks, etc. Have been
observed in the adjacent concrete of the expansion part. All such cracks can be
prev1ented or minimized by taking care like curing measures, temperature control &
quality control while concreting placement, although these cracks may appear due to
heavy load/tensile strength & weather conditions.
iv) Drainage spouts

Adequate numbers of drainage spout with adequate pipe length for carrying
rainwater down from a platform is observed in the structure. (Refer figure no. 7)
v) Footpath/Sidewalk
Pedestrian facilities are very significant for crossing an extra-long river bridge and a
bridge footpath system is provided for public safety & convenience along the length. A
sufficient width of the footpath is provided in Bhairab bridge but some minor obstruction like
OFC duct is passing over the footpath. (Refer figure no. 8)
vi) Railing
RCC standard railing and RCC crash barriers are provided over the bridge are in
satisfactory condition. The concrete railing is susceptible to cracking & spall because of
traffic vibration, moisture Leeds to corrosion of reinforcement, therefore minor damages are
detected & should be sealed as soon as possible. (Refer figure no. 9)
3.2.4 Superstructure:
Observation:
1. Exposed reinforcement observed in all over superstructure at multiple locations.
(Refer figure no. 10)
2. Spalling & exposed reinforcement observed in slab. (Refer figure no. 11)
3. Crack & deterioration of concrete observed at articulation point. (Refer figure no. 12)
4. Large amount of honeycombing observed at the soffit of slab. (Refer figure no. 13)
5. Major rehabilitation work is observed in in susepended span of Span 1 and Span 7.
(Refer figure no. 14)
6. Crack observed at cantilver portion of box girder in web portion. (Refer figure no. 15)
Discussion:
1. The prime reason for such a large extent of reinforcement exposure could be human
error involve during execution like inadequate cover and bad compaction of concrete.
The necessary remedial measure for detected surface required to be carried out to
extend the bridge's service life.
2. Spalling generally occurs with the transfer of excessive dynamic forces (in the
vicinity of bearings) or with uninhibited corrosion of reinforcement. Tendency to spall
can be identified by tapping the area with a small chipping hammer when hollow
sound is heard. Spalling causes reduction in cross sectional area of concrete and also
exposure of the reinforcing bars or prestressing tendons. Spalling may also occur
wherever there is honeycombing or bad compaction or bad quality of concrete
3. Cracking is inevitable in civil engineering structures, and if exceeded the limits, can
cause structural damage as well as adversely affect the serviceability and durability.
The presence of cracks in the structural components can have a significant influence
on the dynamic properties of a structure. Early identification of cracking in structural
members is essential in engineering practice and is achievable by identifying the
change in the dynamic properties of the members.
4. Any structure in the presence of crack is susceptible to failure depending on the mode
of vibration. Failure is due to the resonance formed by the superposition of frequency
of periodic force acting on the structure and the natural frequency of the structure.
5. Lack of maintenance generally results in reduced life and deterioration in the bridge
structure The deterioration can be on account of weathering due to over stress, severe
corrosion.
6. Honeycombs are hollow spaces and cavities left in concrete mass on the surface or
inside the mass where concrete could not reach. These look like honey bees nest.
Improper vibration and workability of concrete are main causes of honeycombs in
concrete; main reasons are:
 Improper vibration during concrete.

 Less cover to reinforcement bars
 Use of very stiff concrete (this can be avoided by controlling water as per slump test).
 Places like junction of beam to beam to column and to one or more beams are the
typical spots where honeycombs are observed. This is due to jumbling of
reinforcement of beams and column rods at one place; special attention is required at
such place during concreting and vibrating.
 Presence of more percentage of bigger size of aggregate in concrete also prevents
concrete to fill narrow spaces between the reinforcement rods.
7. Any structure in the presence of crack is susceptible to failure depending on the mode
of vibration. Failure is due to the resonance formed by the superposition of frequency
of periodic force acting on the structure and the natural frequency of the structure
8. Shear cracks in concrete occur in the hardened stage and it is usually caused by
structural (self-weight) loading or movement. These types of cracks are better
illustrates as diagonal tension cracks due to the combined effects of flexural (bending)
& shearing action.
Characteristics
 Originates nearer to supports.
 Maybe single or in groups.
 Maximum width at the neutral axis region or at bottom of the beam.
Possible Reasons
 Shear Capacity of the beam is inadequate.
 Cross section or torsional reinforcement insufficient.
 Both here happen due to loading more than the designed load.
3.2.5 Bearing & Pedestal:
Observation:
1. Bearing is not observed over pier due to the bearing support is fixed, we can assume
that an steel plate may be laid between PSC box girder and RCC pier. (Refer figure
no. 16)
2. Rocker cum Roller and steel plate is provided in opposite direction for suspended
span of cantilever box girder. (Refer figure no. 17)
3. The steel plate provided in suspended span is bend and exhibiting deformation in
thickness & rupture. (Refer figure no. 18)
4. Tar paper sheet is provided for suspended span abutment A1 and abutment A2.
Discussion:
1. A bridge bearing is an element of superstructure which provides an interface between
the superstructure and substructure.
2. If the movement between the superstructure and substructure are not allowed to take
place freely, large amount of forces may develop in the girder or the substructure. If
the ability to move is not built into the bridge (span), it will push the supports until it
achieves the freedom required and in the process causing damage to the supports. It is,
therefore, necessary to permit relative movement between the girders and the
substructure.
3. Due to negligible maintenance of structure malfunctioning is developed in the bearing
of suspended span, malfunctioning of bearing would result in distress like cracking
and spalling of concrete around the bed block and articulation.
3.2.6 Abutment/Pier
Observation:
1. Multiple repair observed in pier wall. (Refer figure no. 19)
2. Segregation of concrete observed in the pier wall. (Refer figure no. 20)
3. Abutment cap is rehabilitated in year 2018 due to major settlement observed in
suspended span and approach slab. (Refer figure no. 21)
4. Damage observed in brick slope protection around abutments. (Refer figure no. 22)
Discussion:
1. A bridge substructure is susceptible to distress can be caused by vehicle/vessel
impact, chemical reaction, and construction errors like inadequate covers, corrosion of
embedded reinforcement, foundation movement, shrinkage, and temperature changes.
2. Rehabilitation of sub-structure must appropriate specifications with strengthening to
meet the requirements for shear capacity, ductility, and confinement with respect to
the regional seismic requirements that should be considered in the design and retrofit
of bridges.
3. Segregation of the concrete affects strength and durability in structures. In good
concrete, all concrete aggregates are evenly coated with sand and cement paste and
form a homogeneous mass.
4. Slope erosion has always been an issue for bridge embankments. Especially during
the monsoons, these slopes pose a challenge. Since the Ujarpur bridge slopes were
steep & subjected to erosion by during rain, A permanent, erosion-resistant ground
cover of large, loose, angular stone (Riprap protection) is required instead of
conventional stone pitching.
3.2.7 Foundation.
Foundation is not visible for detailed observations.
Figure 1: General view of traffic over structure
Figure 2: General view of water way
Figure 3: General view of existing water channel
Figure 4: General view of approach slab & settlement in approach road wearing course
Figure 5: General view of pothole in wearing course.
Figure 6: General view of expansion joint & crack in concrete.
Figure 7: Geenral view of drain spout.
Figure 8: General view of footpath & OPC ducts over footpath slab
Figure 9: General view of RCC standard railing & RCC crash barrier
Figure 10: Exposed reinforcement at the soffit of slab.
Figure 11: Spalling & exposed reinforcement.
Figure 12: Crack & deterioration of concrete.
Figure 13: Honeycombing in the soffit of slab
Figure 14: Rehabilitation work in suspended slab.
Figure 15: Crack in web portion of box girder
Figure 16: No bearing is observed over pier
Figure 17: Rocker cum roller bearing in suspended span
Figure 18: Malfunction of steel plate bearing in suspended span.
Figure 19: Repair work observed in pier
Figure 20: Segregation marks observed in pier
Figure 21: Rehabilitation work observed in abutment
Figure 22: Damaged brick slope protection
CHAPTER-4: FUTURE ACTION PLAN

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1. Till date Authority has supplied no drawings for this bridge.
2. No repair & rehabilitation history and details have been received by this office;
3. Hence, we had to carry out the detailed Topographic Survey;
4. The preparation of detailed dimensional drawings on the basis of the Topographic survey
is in progress and shall be completed within a month or so;
5. Based on the detailed dimensional drawings, in-house analysis model shall be prepared;
6. The NDT has been completed for the bridge;
7. Detailed condition Survey has been completed;
8. The in-house analysis model shall be updated based on the NDT test results and
condition survey to assess the load carrying capacity of the bridge;
9. The capacity of the bridge assessed from the in-house model shall be validated through
on-site bridge load testing in consultation with the authority;
10. BoQ shall be prepared subsequent to the rate analysis carried out following PwD SoR.
11. Final report shall be submitted thereafter
Intermediate Draft Recommendations

Since all the activities e.g. preparation of in-house model, non destructive tests, topographic
survey, condition survey etc. are not completed fully, final recommendation cannot be given.
However, based on the activity carried out till date, intermediate draft recommendation is
given below. The same shall be finalised after finalisation of all the activities mentioned
above.
a) The superstructure is of balanced cantilever type and integral with piers;

b) Suspended spans are resting on roller bearing on one side and steel plate on the other
side; the steel plates are found to be damaged;
c) Lot of potholes are observed in the wearing course surface;
d) Deck slab reinforcement at bottom (soffit) are found to be exposed due to spalling of
concrete;
e) Excessive honeycomb concrete is observed;
f) New concrete was found to be cast on the top of abutment cap; this may be due to
crushing of surface concrete of abutment cap;
g) Protection works on embankment slope are found to be damaged and needs
replacement;
h) Number of web cracks are observed; the thickness of webs cracks vary from 0.2mm
to 2mm;
Since spalling, honeycombing of concrete and cracking of concert is observed, final

recommendation shall be given after completion of final report;
CHAPTER-5: APPENDIX OF FORMATS

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FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES

1. Road name Chaunakhali-Jalangi Road; State Highway SH-11
2. location of bridge in Km 18 Km State Highway SH-11A
3. Name of River/Water Body/Bridge Bhairab River / Jalangi River
4. Year of completion of bridge Around 1970-1975 (as per local inquiry)
5. Type of bridge (RCC/PSC, Slab,

PSC Balanced cantilever with suspended span
timer, steel)
6. Total length of bridge in 'm' with

224.0m
span
7. Width of carriageway and footpaths 6.7m and 1.2 m
8. Whether located in back

No
waters/chemical zone?
Condition of the various bridge

components
Name of components
9. Approaches:
9.1 Condition of pavement surface Satisfactory; pothole and worn-out in wearing course is
observed
9.2 Side slopes Brick Pitching; Damage & growth of vegetation is observd
9.3 Approach slab Good condition
9.4 Retaining walls Not observed
10. Protection Works:
10.1 Slope Pitching ,apron ,floor

protection ,toe walls Brick Pitching; Damage & growth of vegetation is observed
10.2 Scour in river bed Local scour only
11. Waterway:
11.1 Obstruction in waterways, island

Island formation observed
formation, Vegetation growth etc.
11.2 Flow pattern and banks Straight to curve
12. Foundation:
12.1 Type Well cap is only visible.
12.2 Material RCC
12.3 Condition of foundation Foundation not visible
12.4 Piers/Abutments Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

Pier type- RCC Solid Pier wall
13. Substructure
13.1 Type Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

Pier type- RCC Solid Pier wall
13.2 Condition Satisfactory; rehabilitation work is observed
14. Bearing:
14.1 Type Tar paper, Steel plate & Rocker cum roller
14.2 Condition Malfunction in steel plate is observed
15. Superstructure:
15.1 Structural system Balanced cantilever with suspended slab.
15.2 Type PSC box girder & RCC suspended slab
15.3 Arrangement 2 Spans X 20.75m + 5 Spans X 36.50m.
15.4 Condition (Girder) Satisfactory; Spalling, crack, exposed reinforcement & honey
combing observed in box girder
15.5 Condition (Deck) Satisfactory condition
15.6 In case of Steel Bridges Not a steel bridge
15.7 In case of Masonry bridges Not a masonry bridge
16. Expansion joint:
16.1 Type Strip seal
16.2 Condition Good condition
17. Wearing coat
17.1 Type Mastic asphalt
17.2 Surface condition Satisfactory condition ; pot hole is observed
17.3 Drainage Spouts Adequate number of drain spout is provided
18. Gabdrauks/Parapet:
18.1 Type Standard RCC Railing & RCC crash barrier
18.2 Damage/missing parts if any Minor crack is observed.
19. Footpaths:
20. Type Pedestrian type path
21. Leakage/Damage if any Not observed
22. Special Observation/Remarks if any No
FORMAT B: INVENTORY OF BRIDGES ON ROADS UNDER STATE PWD, GOVT

OF WEST BENGAL
FORMAT B: INVENTORY OF BRIDGES ON ROADS UNDER STATE PWD, GOVT OF WEST BENGAL
IDENTIFICATION
1. Link No.
2. State West Bengal
3. Road Name Chunakhali-Jalangi Road, State Highway

SH-11
4. Section Behrampur Division -2
5. Location 18 km over Satte Higheway SH-11
6. Structure No Not visible over the structure.
7. Latitude
24.150956,
8. Longitude
88.463023
9. Feature Interested Bhairab River / Jalangi River
10. Facility Carried by Structure State highway SH-11
11. Popular/Official Name Bhairab Bridge
12. Highway Circle & Division Behrampur division 2
13. Administrative District Murshidabad
14. Nearest City/Town Behrampur/Islampura
15. Custodian PWD
16. Year of Construction 1970-1975(as per local inquiry)
17. Highway Level or Submersible High Level
18. Overall Length of Bridge 224.0m
19. No. of Lanes 2 lanes undivided
20. Load Rating Details are not available with PWD

Details are not available with PWD
21. Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
Details are not available with PWD
22. Year of ADT
23. Detour Length Approx 15-20 km (as per road network)
24. Documentation Details are not available with PWD
25. Year of Inventory November 2019
STRUCTURE DATA
26. Design Discharge in Cumecs Details are not available with PWD
27. Design HFL 17.50 m (as per PWD drawing)
27(a) LWL/GL 11.34 m (as per PWD drawing)
28. Design Scour Level at Pier Details are not available with PWD
29. Design scour level at Abutment Details are not available with PWD
30. Founding Strata River Bed
31. Whether the Bridge is in Grade No
32. Road Level No data available
33. Road Width 6.7m
34. Overall Deck Width 10.10m
35. Approach Roadway Width Including Shoulder 10.10m
36. Height of Approach Embankment Shall be given after Survey
37. Average Skew Not in skew
38. Whether Navigable Yes
39. Vertical Clearance 12.0m
40. Horizontal Clearance 2 Spans X 19.75m + 5 Spans X 35.50m.
(B)(1) MAIN SPANS
41. Total Number of Spans 07 Spans
42. Span Arrangement 2 Spans X 20.75m + 5 Spans X 36.50m.
43. Superstructure Type PSC Balanced cantilever with RCC

suspended slab
44. Pier Type RCC solid Pier
45. Abutment Type RCC abutment wall
46. Pier Foundation Type Well cap only visible.
47. Maximum Depth of Pier Foundation Details are not available with PWD
48. Abutment Foundation Type Not visible
49. Maximum Depth of Abutment Foundation Details are not available with PWD
50. Type of Bearings Tar paper, Steel plate & rocker cum roller
51. Wearing Coat Type Mastic asphalt
52. Expansion Joints Type Strip seal
53. Railing Type Standard RCC Railing & crash barrier
(B)(2) APPROACH SPANS
54. Total Number of Spans Spans not present
55. Span Arrangement Spans not present
56. Superstructure Type Spans not present
57. pier type Spans not present
58. Abutment Type Spans not present
59. Pier Foundation Type Spans not present
60. Depth of Pier Foundation Spans not present
61. Abutment Foundation Type Spans not present
62. Depth of abutment Foundation Spans not present
63. Type of Bearings Spans not present

Spans not present
64. Wearing Coat Type
Spans not present
65. Expansion Joints Type
66. Railing Type Spans not present
(B)(3) (GENERAL)
67. Corrosion Protection Measures Not provided
68. Bank Protection & Type Not provided
69. Floor Protection & Type Not provided
HISTORY
70. Suspension of Traffic Yes in august 2018 for repair work in

approach
71. Erosion of Banks Erosion of the bank is not observed
72. Scour Around Guide Bunds Guide bunds are not observed
73. Abnormal Scour Level Around Piers Abnormal Scour Level Around Piers is
observed P5
74. Abnormal Scour Level Around Abutments Abnormal Scour Level Around Abutments is
not observed.
75. Abnormal Flood Level Around 1.50 m down from slab soffit in
1971.
76. Distress and Repair in Foundation Foundation not visible
77. Distress and Repair Guide Bunds Guide Bunds not observed
78. Distress and Repair in Substructure including Bearings Yes repair work is observed.
79. Distress and Repair in Superstructure Yes repair work is observed
80. Any other Observations No
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate
for remedial measures wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South
zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate. Highway
division
FORMAT C: STANDARD PROFORMA FOR INSPECTION REPORT (FOR PASSAGE OF ODC/OWC)

Item No. Description Observations/Measurements Remarks
1. GENERAL
1.1 Name of the bridge/No. of the Bridge/Name of the river Bhairab Bridge
1.2 Name/No. of highway/ Bridge location At 18.0 km (Chuunkhai-Jalangi Roag) over state highway SH-11
1.3 Year of construction 1970-1975 (As per local inquiry)

(if available or through local inquiry)
1.4 Bridge superstructure Type (Solid slab, voided slab, RCC/PSC,

RCC Slab & PSC box girder
T Girder, Box Girder. Refer MORTH Guideline)
1.5 Bridge Statical System Balanced cantilever with suspended slab

(Simply Supported/ Continuous)
1.6 Pay load to be carried over the bridge (GVW) Detail drawings are not available. So allowable Payload is not known
1.7 Type of HT arrangement to be considered. HT arrangement cannot be considered over Ranagram Bridge as reason bellow;
1. The MORTH Guideline is applicable only over the Simply supported structure.
2. Design details are not confirmed.
2. SALIENT STRUCTURAL SCHEME & GEOMETRIC DETAILS OF THE BRIDGE
2.1 Type of bridge (River bridge, ROB, flyover,…etc) River Bridge
2.2 Span arrangement ( Provide c/c of exp. Jt. As well as effective 2 Spans X 20.75m + 5 Spans X 36.50m.
span along with skew angle if any)
division
2.3 Maximum Height between soffit of Superstructure & river bed 12.0m
2.4 Width of carriageway (between inner edge of kerbs/crash 6.7m

barrier)
2.5 Width of footpath (Please also mention whether the footpath 1.2 m footpath and raises 0.20m
is raised and whether it is provided on both sides or only on
one side)
2.6 Overall deck width (from outer to outer) 10.10m
2.7 Type of carriageway (Type 1 to 5 …refer MORTH guideline) 2 Lanes Undivided
2.8 Depth of Superstructure (Please capture overall depth as well Shall be given after GAD preparation
as depth of girder)
2.9 Type of Pier (Circular, Rectangular, Plate type…etc) RCC Solid Pier
2.10 Type of abutment ( Solid type, Spill through type…etc) RCC Solid abutment wall
2.11 Type of foundation(Add only in case visible) Not Visible
2.12 Nos. of Girders & X-girders in Superstructure (to be picked up Box girder
for each type spans)
2.13 Horizontal alignment of bridge (report whether it is curved or

Straight
straight)
3. DATE OF INSPECTION 03-12-19 to 07-12-2019
division
4. APPROACHES
4.1 Approach geometrics (report whether approach geometry is Straight; settlement observed, Conducive
conducive)
5. PROTECTIVE WORKS Brick pitching; Damage observed
5.1 Extent of scour Local scour only
6. CONDITION OF FOUNDATION ( TO BE REPORTED

FOR EACH FOUNDATION)
6.1 Report settlement if any Not Visible in any span
6.2 Report cracking, disintegration, decay erosion, cavitations,

Not Visible in any span
etc.
6.3 Report damage due to impact of floating bodies, boulders,

Not Visible in any span
etc.
7. CONDITION OF SUBSTRUCTURE ( PIERS,

ABUTMENTS…ETC)(TO BE REPORTED FOR EACH
SUBSTRUCTURE)
7.1 Report cracking, disintegration, decay, tilting etc. Repair work is observed in Abutment A1, A2 and Pier P1, P2, P3, P4.
Segregation marks are visible in all piers.
division
8. CONDITION OF BEARINGS (TO BE REPORTED FOR

EACH SPAN)
Steel plate & Rocker cum roller
8.1 Metallic Bearings
Malfunction & rupture observed in steel plate
8.1.1 Report general condition (check rusting, cleanliness, ceasing of
plates) Rocker cum roller bearing rusting is observed
Excessive movement observed over steel plate

8.1.2 Functioning (report excessive movement, tilting ,jumping off
girders)
Not Cracking & distress observed in supporting members
8.1.3 Report cracks in supporting member (abutment cap, pier cap,
pedestal)
Effective
8.1.4 Report effectiveness of anchor bolts (check whether they are in
position and tight)
8.2 Elastomeric bearings Tar paper
8.2.1 Report condition of pads (oxidation, creep, fattening, bulging, Not visible properly
splitting)
8.2.2 Report general cleanliness Cleaned
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for
repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate.
Highway
Bridge No. 05: Bhairab Bridge division
9. CONDITION OF Span1 Span2 Span3 Span 4 Span 5 Span 6 Span 7 Remarks

SUPERSTRUCTURE
(TO BE REPORTED
FOR EACH SPAN)
Reinforced concrete and Reinforced concrete and Reinforced concrete and Reinforced concrete and Reinforced concrete Reinforced concrete
9.1 Reinforced concrete Reinforced concrete and
pre-stressed concrete pre-stressed concrete pre-stressed concrete pre-stressed concrete and pre-stressed and pre-stressed
and pre-stressed pre-stressed concrete
concrete members members members members members members concrete members concrete members
Honey combing, Honey combing, Honey combing, Honey combing, Honey combing, Honey combing,
9.1.1 Report spalling, Minor spalling
disintegration, minor disintegration, minor disintegration, minor disintegration, minor disintegration, minor disintegration, minor
disintegration or honey
combing etc. spalling observed spalling observed spalling observed spalling observed spalling observed spalling observed &
repair work is observed
Yes; refer sketch Yes; refer sketch Yes; refer sketch Yes; refer sketch Yes; refer sketch Yes; refer sketch
9.1.2 Report cracking Not observed
(pattern, location,
explain preferably by
plotting on sketch)
Yes corrosion observed in Yes corrosion observed in Yes corrosion observed in
9.1.3 Report corrosion of Yes, corrosion observed
exposed reinforcement exposed reinforcement exposed reinforcement
reinforcements, if any in exposed reinforcement
No No No No No No No
9.1.4 Report damages if any
due to moving vehicles
No No
9.1.5 Report condition of No No Crack observed No Crack observed
articulation (cracks if
any)
No No No No
9.1.6 Report deflection, if No No No
excessive
No Yes; crack is observed No Yes; crack is observed

9.1.7 Report cracks in end No No No
anchorage zone (for
pre-stressed concrete
members)
No No No No
9.1.8 Report deflection at No No No
central hinge, tip of
cantilever for
cantilever bridges
Not a steel bridges Not a steel bridges Not a steel bridges Not a steel bridges
9.2 Steel members Not a steel bridges Not a steel bridges Not a steel bridges
Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this
9.2.1 Report corrosion , if Not applicable for this
bridge bridge bridge bridge bridge bridge
any bridge
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for
repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate.
Highway
Bridge No. 05: Bhairab Bridge division
Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this Not applicable for this
9.2.2 Report condition of
bridge bridge bridge bridge bridge bridge bridge
connection (adequacy,
looseness of rivets,
bolts or worn out
welds, etc.)
9.2.3 Report deflection, if
excessive
9.2.4 Report Buckling, if any
Not a masonry Bridge Not a masonry Bridge Not a masonry Bridge Not a masonry Bridge Not a masonry Bridge Not a masonry Bridge Not a masonry Bridge
9.3 Masonry arches
9.3.1 Report condition of
joints mortar, pointing
masonry, etc.
9.3.2 Profile report flattening
by observing rise of the
arch at center and
quarter points.
9.3.3 Reports cracks if any
(indicate location,
pattern, extent,
depth, explain by
sketches)
9.3.4 Check drainage of
spandrel fillings (report
bulging of spandrel
Vegetation growth not Vegetation growth not Vegetation growth not Vegetation growth not Vegetation growth not Vegetation growth not
9.3.5 Check growth of Vegetation growth not
observed observed observed observed observed observed
vegetation observed
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition
and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures wherever
necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Highway
Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate. division
FORMAT C: STANDARD PROFORMA FOR INSPECTION REPORT (FOR

PASSAGE OF ODC/OWC)
10 Certificate to be accorded by the inspecting

official
10.2.3 Report perceptible vibrations, if any No
10.2.4 Report on alignment of members of Members are aligned

superstructure
11.1 Report functioning of expansion joints ( In function

Report cracks in deck in the existing gap and
approximate temperatures)
11.2 Report condition of sealing material ( for Neoprene seal in good condition
neoprene sealing material, check for splitting
oxidation, creep flattening, bulging and for
bitumen filler, check for hardening, cracking,
etc.)
11.7 Report rattling of expansion joints, if any Rattling not observed
CHAPTER-6: PHOTOGRAPHS
SPAN S1(A1-P1)
PH 1: General view of carriage way & Footpath PH 2: General view of drain spout
PH 3: General view of expansion joint PH 4: General view of span 1
PH 5: General view of drain spout & exposed PH 6: General view of abutment

reinforcement
PH 7: General view brick retaining structure PH 8: Damaged slope protection

SPAN 2 (P1-P2)
PH 9: Exposed reinforcement in slab PH 10: Inspection with MBIU
PH 11: General view pier P1 PH 12: Honeycomb& voids in slab
PH 13: Crack observed in web portion of box PH 14: General view of carriage way
girder
SPAN 3 (P2-P3)
PH 15: General view of span 3 PH 16: Exposed reinforcement in slab
PH 17: Honeycombing in slab PH 18: General view of rocker-roller bearing
PH 19: General view of pier P4 PH 20: General view of steel plate bearing &
distress in adjacent area
PH 21: Spallaing & crack in box girder

PH 22: Inspection with MBIU
SPAN 4(P3-P4)
PH 23: General view of slab soffit PH 24: General view of pier P5
PH 25: Honeycombing in slab PH 26: Exposed reinforcement in slab
PH 27: Segregation in pier PH 28: General view of structure

SPAN 5(P4-P5)
PH 29: General view of suspended span PH 30: Repair work in pier P4
PH 31: General view of Span 5 PH 32: General view of pier P5
PH 33: Honeycomb & voids in slab PH 34: Exposed reinforcement in slab
PH 35: Malfunctioning of steel plate bearing PH 36: General view of rocker-roller bearing
PH 37: pothole in wearing course PH 38: Wearing asphalt is worn-out
PH 39: Crack in web portion of box girder PH 40: General view of slab soffit
SPAN 6(P5-P6)
PH 41: General view of span 6 PH 42: General view of pier P6
PH 43: Collapsed railing & damaged footpath PH 44: Exposed reinforcement in slab
PH 45: Honey combing in slab PH 46: Exposed reinforcement & crack at

slab soffit
SPAN 7 (P6-A2)
PH 47: Exposed reinforcement at the soffit of PH 48: Honeycombing in slab

slab
PH 49: rehabilitation work in slab & abutment PH 50: General view of pier P6
PH 51: General view of deck slab

PH 52: Inspection with MBIU
PH 53: General view of expansion joint

PH 54: General view of carriage way
CHAPTER-7: SITE NDT REPORTS
CHAPTER-8: DRAWINGS
GAD is under Preparation & will be submitted later, LiDAR Video file in CD submitted
herewith for ready reference

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CHAPTER-1: BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................. 2

 All the above as stated under PART I;

CHAPTER-3: OBSERVATIONS AND DISCUSSION ON VISUAL

3.2. Observation & Discussion

3.2.1 Traffic condition

3.2.3 Carriage Way

iii) Expansion Joint.

iv) Drainage spouts

 Improper vibration during concrete.

Figure 1: General view of traffic over structure

Figure 2: General view of water way

Figure 3: General view of existing water channel

Figure 5: General view of pothole in wearing course.

Figure 6: General view of expansion joint & crack in concrete.

Figure 7: Geenral view of drain spout.

Figure 10: Exposed reinforcement at the soffit of slab.

Figure 11: Spalling & exposed reinforcement.

Figure 12: Crack & deterioration of concrete.

Figure 13: Honeycombing in the soffit of slab

Figure 14: Rehabilitation work in suspended slab.

Figure 15: Crack in web portion of box girder

Figure 16: No bearing is observed over pier

Figure 17: Rocker cum roller bearing in suspended span

Figure 18: Malfunction of steel plate bearing in suspended span.

Figure 19: Repair work observed in pier

Figure 20: Segregation marks observed in pier

Figure 21: Rehabilitation work observed in abutment

Figure 22: Damaged brick slope protection

CHAPTER-4: FUTURE ACTION PLAN

11. Final report shall be submitted thereafter

Intermediate Draft Recommendations

a) The superstructure is of balanced cantilever type and integral with piers;

Since spalling, honeycombing of concrete and cracking of concert is observed, final

CHAPTER-5: APPENDIX OF FORMATS

FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES

1. Road name Chaunakhali-Jalangi Road; State Highway SH-11

2. location of bridge in Km 18 Km State Highway SH-11A

3. Name of River/Water Body/Bridge Bhairab River / Jalangi River

4. Year of completion of bridge Around 1970-1975 (as per local inquiry)

5. Type of bridge (RCC/PSC, Slab,

6. Total length of bridge in 'm' with

7. Width of carriageway and footpaths 6.7m and 1.2 m

8. Whether located in back

Condition of the various bridge

9.3 Approach slab Good condition

9.4 Retaining walls Not observed

10. Protection Works:

10.1 Slope Pitching ,apron ,floor

10.2 Scour in river bed Local scour only

11.1 Obstruction in waterways, island

FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES

11.2 Flow pattern and banks Straight to curve

12.1 Type Well cap is only visible.

12.2 Material RCC

12.3 Condition of foundation Foundation not visible

12.4 Piers/Abutments Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

13.1 Type Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

13.2 Condition Satisfactory; rehabilitation work is observed

14.2 Condition Malfunction in steel plate is observed

15.1 Structural system Balanced cantilever with suspended slab.

15.2 Type PSC box girder & RCC suspended slab