This section includes allowances and repair procedures for trimming or cutting the ends of prestressed concrete I-beams.

Removal of more than 1 inch of a beam end is considered cutting.
Removal of 1 inch or less from a beam end is considered trimming.

Cutting beam ends requires preparation of an NCR from the Fabricator. The TxDOT Inspector determines whether an NCR is required when a beam end will be trimmed.

NOTE: Standard provisions for cutting beam ends apply to Tx Girders (bulb tees) only. Cutting the ends of prestressed members other than Tx Girders requires a detailed analysis by a Professional Engineer and authorization from TxDOT MTD Headquarters or the Bridge Division. There is no standard repair for such alterations; proposals will be considered on a case-by-case basis.