Transcription of CHAPTER 850 PHYSICAL STANDARDS - Caltrans
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Highway Design Manual 850-1 July 1, 2020 CHAPTER 850 PHYSICAL STANDARDS Topic 851 General Index Introduction This CHAPTER deals with the selection of drainage facility material type and sizes including pipes, pipe liners, pipe linings, drainage inlets and trench drains. Selection of Material and Type The choice of drainage facility material type and size is based on the following factors: (1) PHYSICAL and Structural Factors. Of the many PHYSICAL and structural considerations, some of the most important are: (a) Durability. (b) Headroom. (c) Earth Loads. (d) Bedding Conditions. (e) Conduit Rigidity. (f) Impact. (g) Leak Resistance. (2) Hydraulic Factors.
Jul 01, 2020 · (a) Cover Over Reinforcing Steel. Additional cover over the reinforcing steel should be specified where abrasion is likely to be severe as to appreciably shorten the design service life of a concrete culvert. This extra cover is also warranted under exposure to corrosive environments, see Index 855.4 Protection of Concrete Pipe and Drainage
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