590Adjustment of Bridge Appurtenances

590-1 DESCRIPTION. This work shall consist of adjusting the elevation of bridge joints and drainage

devices to meet the proposed finished elevations in the manner indicated on the Contract Plans. In order to perform the work, it may be necessary to remove structural concrete. Structural concrete removal, if performed, shall be done under its respective item.

590-2 MATERIALS. Materials shall meet the following requirements:

Structural Steel ASTM A36, A242 or A588 Nuts, Bolts, and Washers ASTM A307 Grade A Galvanized Coatings and Repair Methods 719-01 Preformed Elastic Joint Sealer 705-09

590-3 CONSTRUCTION DETAILS. All steel materials, including nuts, bolts, and washers, used as a

part of this work, shall be galvanized in accordance with §719-01. Any galvanized surface, either existing or installed as a part of this work, which is damaged by welding or abrasion, shall be repaired in accordance with §719-01.

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NEW YORK STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Sections 200 - 599 STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS (USC) January 1, 2026 Volume 2 All welding shall be done in accordance with the applicable requirements of the New York State Steel Construction Manual. The Contractor shall take suitable precautions to prevent damage to materials designated to remain- in-place. Damage to such material, due to the Contractor's operations, shall be repaired or the damaged material replaced, as determined by the Engineer. Dimensions shown on the plans shall be verified by the Contractor and any necessary changes approved by the Engineer prior to construction of any needed fabrications. Preformed elastic joint sealer, where required, shall be installed in accordance with the Contract Plans.

590-4 Method of Measurement

590-4.01 Bridge Drainage Devices. The work will be measured as each bridge drainage device as

defined by the Contract Plans which has had its elevation adjusted in accordance with the Contract Plans.

590-4.02 Bridge Joints. The work will be measured as the number of feet of joint system which has had

its elevations adjusted in the manner indicated on the Contract Plans. Measurement will be taken only between curb lines. No measurements will be taken across sidewalks, or raised medians. In the event that curbs are not present, measurement will be taken only to those points where the elevations have actually been adjusted.

590-5 Basis of Payment

590-5.01 Bridge Drainage Devices. The unit price bid for each bridge drainage device adjusted shall

include the cost of all labor, materials, and equipment necessary to complete the work. No payment will be made for work done to repair damage due to the Contractor's operations, nor for any material supplied as replaced material made necessary due to damage attributable to the Contractor's operations.

590-5.02 Bridge Joints. The unit price bid per foot shall include the cost of all labor, materials and

equipment necessary to complete the work. No payment will be made for work done to repair damage due to the Contractor's operations, nor for any material supplied as replacement material made necessary due to damage attributable to the Contractor's operations. Any concrete removal or replacement will be paid for under the appropriate items. Payment will be made under: Item No. Item Pay Unit 590.01 Vertical Adjustment of Bridge Drainage Devices - 1 Each 590.02 Vertical Adjustment of Bridge Drainage Devices - 2 Each 590.03 Vertical Adjustment of Bridge Drainage Devices - 3 Each 590.04 Vertical Adjustment of Bridge Drainage Devices - 4 Each 590.05 Vertical Adjustment of Bridge Drainage Devices - 5 Each 590.21 Vertical Adjustment of Joint System - 1 Foot 590.22 Vertical Adjustment of Joint System - 2 Foot 590.23 Vertical Adjustment of Joint System - 3 Foot 590.24 Vertical Adjustment of Joint System - 4 Foot 590.25 Vertical Adjustment of Joint System - 5 Foot SECTIONS 591 THRU 593 (VACANT)

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