Concrete Bridge Design and Construction. No. 7: Concrete bridge construction methods – precast

This article examines the selection process for the most suitable type of concrete bridge. The general parameters of the scheme such as typical spans, overall deck area, clearance requirements, alignment and the overall aesthetic will start to suggest which type of bridge deck and construction methods might be appropriate.

This second article from the Concrete Bridge Development Group's technical committee, examines the initial parameters that might determine the best layout for a new bridge.

The penultimate article in this series examines the special types of concrete bridge. Concrete cable-stayed, extradosed and stressed ribbon bridges are all described here, together with the special features of concrete footbridges and railway bridges.