Bridge Substructure

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08 - 14 May 2025

Question

Column Design & Slenderness Considerations

Understanding Column Design
Estimated Time: 2-3 min quiz | PDH/CPD: 0.5 hr (incl. review & study) | Difficulty: Intermediate

Question: Why do bridge engineers typically specify spiral reinforcement rather than tied reinforcement for circular columns in seismic zones?