DESIGN GUIDELINES FOR SPUR-TYPE FLOW-CONTROL STRUCTURES
A study investigating the applicability and design of spur-type flow-control and streambank stabilization structures has been conducted to establish design guidelines for the use of spurs. The study was conducted jointly by the Sutron Corporation and the Pennsylvania State University for FHWA. The findings and recommendations are presented, and recommendations for the general application of spur-type flow-control structures are given in relation to the function of the spur, the erosion mechanisms that are countered by spurs, the environmental conditions best suited for the use of spurs, and potential negative impacts produced by spurs. An introduction to the most common types of spurs is given, and design guidelines for establishing spur permeability, the required extent of protection, spur length, spur spacing, spur orientation, and spur height are presented. An example outlining a recommended procedure for establishing the geometric layout of spurs within a spur scheme is presented also. (Author)
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- This paper appeared in Transportation Research Record Number 950, Volume 2, Second Bridge Engineering Conference, conducted by the Transportation Research Board and the Federal Highway Administration, September 24-26, 1984. Publication of this paper sponsored by Committee on Hydrology, Hydraulics, and Water Quality. Distribution, posting, or copying of this PDF is strictly prohibited without written permission of the Transportation Research Board of the National Academy of Sciences. Unless otherwise indicated, all materials in this PDF are copyrighted by the National Academy of Sciences. Copyright © National Academy of Sciences. All rights reserved
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Authors:
- Brown, Scott A
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- Publication Date: 1984
Media Info
- Media Type: Print
- Features: Figures; References;
- Pagination: pp 193-201
- Monograph Title: Second bridge engineering conference. volumes 1 and 2
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Serial:
- Transportation Research Record
- Issue Number: 950
- Publisher: Transportation Research Board
- ISSN: 0361-1981
Subject/Index Terms
- TRT Terms: Environmental impacts; Erosion; Flow control (Air traffic control); Guidelines; Height; Length; Permeability; Soil stabilization; Spacing; Spur dikes; Streams; Structural design
- Uncontrolled Terms: Stabilization
- Old TRIS Terms: Flow control
- Subject Areas: Bridges and other structures; Design; Environment; Geotechnology; Highways; Hydraulics and Hydrology; I24: Design of Bridges and Retaining Walls;
Filing Info
- Accession Number: 00390829
- Record Type: Publication
- ISBN: 03090036593
- Files: TRIS, TRB
- Created Date: Dec 30 1984 12:00AM