Sacramento, California
September 2008
The construction of Watt Avenue utlilised many different orgainsations so project managment and co-odrdination was important. Due to it’s location conductivity was a factor so fiberglass coated reinforcement was used to counteract the conductivity. Temporary slab support brackets were used eliminting the need for falsework or hanging the slabs from the girder. The light rail way able to continue running throughout construction utilizing the UPRR major line.
Erection time: 7 Days
5 precast girders
Length : 1 x 75ft & 4 x 115ft
Depth: 6ft & 7ft
Weight: 165000 lbs & 265000 lbs