Turning Skeptics Into Adopters

Geosynthetic reinforced soil–integrated bridge system (GRS-IBS) technology enables transportation agencies to build durable structures quickly and cost effectively. The technology consists of three primary components: the reinforced soil foundation, the abutment, and the integrated approach. The flexibilities of the technology can reduce bridge construction time considerably compared to traditional construction methods. However, before the Federal Highway Administration’s Every Day Counts (EDC) program began promoting the innovation in 2011, only a few projects employed the technology. This article discusses various uses of the technology, explains reasons for its increased use, and considers its costs and benefits.

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  • Accession Number: 01667849
  • Record Type: Publication
  • Files: TRIS, ATRI, USDOT
  • Created Date: Apr 30 2018 5:21PM