Instrumentation and Monitoring of Precast, Post-tensioned Bridge Approach Pavement

Principal Investigator:

Brent Phares, bphares@iastate.edu (other projects)

Co-Principal Investigator:

• Michael LaViolette, mlaviol@iastate.edu (other projects)
• Dean Bierwagen, 515-239-1585, dean.bierwagen@dot.iowa.gov (other projects)

Project Status: In Progress

Start Date: 07/01/2005
End Date: 12/31/2007


Research Objective: The purpose of this proposal is to instrument, monitor and evaluate the performance of a precast, post-tensioned concrete bridge approach pavement (PPAP). This project is an important step in the rapid construction as well as the overall ride quality and structural durability of bridges and approach pavements in Iowa.

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