Documentation of Load Rating:
Provide the load rating calculations with the archived Bridge Design Notes that are submitted as outlined in Chapter 6 – Design Notes and Calculations, Section 1 – Procedure for Archiving Design Notes. Submit the load ratings based on the component, limit state, and controlling location as indicated by the Bridge Load Rating Summary Report for New Design Form. Include the final controlling HL-93 Rating Factor (RF) at the Inventory and Operating Levels. Include the controlling inventory and operating load ratings on the bridge layout as indicated below and in the
TxDOT Bridge Detailing Guide.
HL-93 Loading: | Superstructure Inv/Opr Ratings= X.XX/Y.YY |
Substructure Inv/Opr Ratings= X.XX/Y.YY OR “Substructure Not Rated” |