DMRB Volume 2 Section 2 BD 29/87 Highway structures: Design (substructures and special structures) material. Special structures. Design criteria for footbridges
Publication Year
1988
Document Status
Withdrawn
Abstract
Specifies criteria for the design of pedestrian footbridges in urban and rural areas, which may be constructed of steel, aluminium alloy, reinforced or prestressed concrete or timber. The Standard gives also additional criteria for structures to be used by cyclists and horse riders. Enhanced criteria for people with disabilities are given.
Document History
DMRB 2.2. Supersedes in Section BE 1/78. Scottish addendum (Feb 1993) applicable for use in Scotland. Design manual for roads and bridges (DMRB). Old series - DMRB Departmental Standards (Bridges and Structures).
ISBN
9780115514357
Publisher Information
Highways Agency
The Highways Agency is now known as Highways England. The new government company is in charge of operating England's motorways and major A roads, including modernising and maintaining the highways. Their publications include the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges, the Manual of Contract Documents for Road Works and Interim Advice Notes.
Publications available from:
The Stationery Office Ltd
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Website: https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/highways-england
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