Evaluating Existing Passive Anchorage Systems for Tainter Gates
Publication: Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 23, Issue 1
Abstract
This article provides recommendations on how to evaluate existing passive anchorage systems for Tainter gates. A review of various types of passive anchorage systems is provided, along with a detailed example problem. The example problem provides an overview of passive anchorage behavior, finite-element modeling, codified guidance, corrosion rate, and results comparisons. The aim of the study was to develop a valuable reference platform for designers to use in evaluating aging infrastructure that outlines good-practice techniques and decision making.
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Acknowledgments
The author thanks David DePolo, P.E., and Nicolas Jeung, E.I.T., of the COE for their encouragement and review of this article.
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Practice Periodical on Structural Design and Construction
Volume 23 • Issue 1 • February 2018
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© 2017 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Received: Jun 26, 2017
Accepted: Aug 22, 2017
Published online: Dec 1, 2017
Published in print: Feb 1, 2018
Discussion open until: May 1, 2018
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