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May 1971
Control Surveys for Major Bridges
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VIEW THE REPLYAuthors: Normand L. Moore, M.ASCE, and Richard G. BegellAuthor Affiliations
Publication: Journal of the Surveying and Mapping Division
Volume 97, Issue 1
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Some old methods of surveying are combined with new ones to provide fast an very accurate survey control on major long-span bridges. The oldest type instrument, a mariner's navigation sextant, was used along with the more modern high accuracy devices. These instruments include optical theodolites, electronic distance measuring equipment, engineering lasers, computers, precise levels, depth recorders, two-way portable radios, and other related surveying equipment. The proper use of these instruments will provide the highest caliber survey control from initial planning to preliminary surveys, photogrammetric mapping, triangulation, hydrographic surveys, foundation explorations, property surveys, and primary survey control for construction. This paper covers the surveying procedures used for the planning and construction of the San Diego-Coronado Bay Bridge in California and the preliminary survey work being done for a proposed Southern Crossing of San Francisco Bay.
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Journal of the Surveying and Mapping Division
Volume 97 • Issue 1 • May 1971
Pages: 83 - 96
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© 1971 American Society of Civil Engineers.
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Published in print: May 1971
Published online: Feb 12, 2021
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Normand L. Moore, M.ASCE
Survey and Right-of-Way Engr., California Div. of Bay Toll Crossings, San Francisco, Calif.
Richard G. Begell
Asst. Surveys Engr., California Div. of Bay Toll Crossings, San Francisco, Calif.
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