What Are Crutch Bents?
 
Thread Tools Search this Thread Display Modes
Old 05-11-2009, 01:21 PM   #1
Member
 
maurajbo's Avatar
 
Trade: Construction
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 34

What Are Crutch Bents?

If a bridge is supported by crutch bents, what does this mean? Anyone know?

maurajbo is offline  
Warning: The topics covered on this site include activities in which there exists the potential for serious injury or death. ContractorTalk.com DOES NOT guarantee the accuracy or completeness of any information contained on this site. Always use proper safety precaution and reference reliable outside sources before attempting any construction or remodeling task!

Old 05-11-2009, 07:08 PM   #2
The Duke
 
KentWhitten's Avatar
 
Trade: Cabinet Maker
Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: Portland, Maine
Posts: 10,086

Re: What Are Crutch Bents?

Not really sure, but I did a little looking and found this pdf file with many references of crutch bents.

http://www.dot.state.fl.us/statemain...aintenance.pdf
__________________
If you correct your mind, the rest of your life will fall into place ~Lao Tzu

Custom Cabinetry - Portland, Cape Elizabeth, Scarborough, Kennebunkport, Yarmouth, Falmouth, Cumberland, Ogunquit, Maine

Salmon Falls Cabinetry
KentWhitten is online now  
Old 05-11-2009, 09:59 PM   #3
Pro
 
Cletus's Avatar
 
Trade: Tube Installer
Join Date: Jan 2008
Posts: 177

Re: What Are Crutch Bents?

I had never heard of this term.

From Ohio DOT "Bridge term definitions":

Bent
Part of a bridge substructure. A rigid frame commonly made of reinforced concrete or steel that supports a vertical load and is placed transerse to the length of a structure. Bents are commonly used to support beams and girders. An end bent is the supporting frame forming part of an abutment.

Each vertical member of a bent may be called a column, pier or pile. The horizontal member resting on top of the columns is a bent cap. The columns stand on top of some type of foundation or footer that is usually hidden below grade.

A bent commonly has at least two or more vertical supports. Another term used to describe a bent is capped pile pier. A support having a single column with bent cap is sometimes called a "hammerhead" pier.

I assume a "crutch bent" is placed next to a failing bent to shore it up.

Today is national 'Learn Something New About Bridges Day'!
Cletus is offline  
The Following User Says Thank You to Cletus For This Useful Post:
loneframer (05-11-2009)
Old 05-12-2009, 08:12 AM   #4
Structural Engineer
 
Aggie67's Avatar
 
Trade: Mechanical, Structural
Join Date: Aug 2008
Location: New Jersey
Posts: 513

Re: What Are Crutch Bents?

Decent photo of an end beam crutch bent at this link, on page 62:

http://www.otecohio.org/2006%20prese...ons/gowins.pdf
Aggie67 is offline  
Old 05-13-2009, 09:49 AM   #5
Member
 
maurajbo's Avatar
 
Trade: Construction
Join Date: May 2007
Posts: 34

Re: What Are Crutch Bents?

Thanks Guys. That helps a lot!
maurajbo is offline  


« Previous Thread | Top of Page | What's New | Next Thread »
Thread Tools Search this Thread
Search this Thread:

Advanced Search
Display Modes Rate This Thread
Linear Mode Linear Mode
Rate This Thread:

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts
BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off

Join Now... It's Fast and FREE!

Privacy Badge
I am a professional contractor
I am a DIY Homeowner
ContractorTalk.com is for
PROFESSIONAL CONTRACTORS ONLY!

At ContractorTalk.com we cater exlusivly to professional contractors who make their living as a contractor. Knowing that many homeowners and DIYers are looking for a community to call home, we've created www.DIYChatroom.com DIY Chatroom is full of helpful advices and perfect for DIY homeowners.

Redirecing in 10 seconds
No Thanks
terms of service

Already Have an Account?