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Structures (1000-1099)

1006DRILLED CAISSONS

PA · 2026 Standard SpecificationsBook pages 10061010View official source ↗

1001. 3(r) 1001.4( b)

1.Cracks in Culverts. Where directed, cover minor cracks in culverts by waterproofing them with

an accepted sealer. Apply the sealer as recommended by the sealant manufacturer. Seal cracks on backfill sides only.

2.Form Tie Holes . If directed, satisfactorily waterproof form tie holes on the backfill side of the box

or arch culverts.

(s)Tack Coat for Bridge Decks. If an asphalt concrete surface is to be placed on the bridge deck,

apply an asphalt tack coat on the deck, before placing the asphalt material as specified in Section 460.3.

(t)Bridge Deck, Barrier , and Approach Slab Sealing. For new bridge decks, at a minimum of 28 days

after last barrier placement , apply 2- inch by 2- inch strip of epoxy binder resin along base of barrier reveal and deck to seal the gutterlines. Apply 2 -inch by 2- inch strip of epoxy resin binder to seal curb gutterlines and barrier sidewalk gutterlines. After gutterlines have been sealed, apply boiled linseed oil as specified in barrier . For new approach slabs , apply boiled linseed oil as specified in Section 1019.3(a) or penetrating sealer as spec ified in Section 1019.3( b).2 as indicated. If liquid membrane- forming curing compound was used to cure concrete to receive gutterline sealing, boiled linseed or penetrating sealer, remove curing compound from the surface by water blasting before sealing. Water blasting equipment must have a minimum rated capacity of 5,000 pounds per square inch.

(u)Defective Work. At no additional cost to the Department, r emove and replace concrete that is

bulged, uneven, or showing surface defects resulting from the effects of rain, improper finish, improper cure, scaling or honeycombing, which, in the Structure Control Engineer’s opinion, cannot be repaired . If directed, remove and replace concrete that has not attained the minimum compressive strength. Repair or replace concrete that exhibits cracks or surface tears, as directed by the Structure Control Engineer. Use HMWM penetrating crack filler/ sealer to repair the surface cracks and tears. Submit for review, a detailed Quality Control and Action Plan that includes, at a minimum, the proposed crack sealing material data sheet from the manufacturer and conditions for use, including ambient and substrate temperature and moisture conditions. Do not perform any crack sealing before the Quality Control and Action Plan has been reviewed by the Representative.

(v)Bridge Approach Slabs. Construct as shown on the Contract Drawings and as specified in Section 505.3.
(w)Construction Joint Sealing. Provide construction joints in bridge decks and approach slabs only

where indicated. Do not add longitudinal or transverse construction

Source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Specifications, 2026 Edition. Pages 10061010 of 1,522.