BDDM Updates November 2011 ODOT Bridge Design Exchange Nov. 10, 2011

BDDM Updates – Nov Standard Specifications & Standard Drawing Manuals –Add note: International Building Code (IBC) doesnt apply in Oregon to structures in public R/W

BDDM Updates – Nov Bridge ID Paddles –Rename as Markers for consistency w/ spec –New SP842 Facility ID Markers specification –For stormwater control, culvert drainage, bridge facility markers

BDDM Updates – Nov ODOT Accelerated Bridge Construction (ABC) Guidelines –Correct link under Cost Consideration, for Incentives/Disincentives Program: – id_program.shtmlhttp://

BDDM Updates – Nov Rail Selection –(4) Bicycle and Pedestrian Railing –(5) Combination Rails –Revise required height from 54 to 42 for either bike or pedestrian use

BDDM Updates – Nov Bridge Rail Retrofit Guidelines –Add criteria for rail retrofit on existing narrow bridge decks (pending)

BDDM Updates – Nov Temporary Bridge Rails –Proprietary TL-4 & TL-5 rail options –FHWA Acceptance Letter HSSD/B-165 for MDS steel bridge rail

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