Betberia Bridge

Contents
CHAPTER-1: BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................. 2

1.1. Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 2
CHAPTER-2: METHODOLOGY .......................................................................................................... 4
2.1. General Approach ................................................................................................................... 4
2.2. Format ..................................................................................................................................... 4
CHAPTER-3: OBSERVATIONS AND DISCUSSION ON VISUAL INSPECTION .......................... 5
3.1. General .................................................................................................................................... 5
3.2. Observation & Discussion ...................................................................................................... 5
CHAPTER-5: APPENDIX OF FORMATS ......................................................................................... 23
FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES ..................................... 23
FORMAT B: INVENTORY OF BRIDGES ON ROADS UNDER STATE PWD, GOVT OF
WEST BENGAL .............................................................................................................................. 26
FORMAT C: STANDARD PROFORMA FOR INSPECTION REPORT (FOR PASSAGE OF
ODC/OWC) ...................................................................................................................................... 30
CHAPTER-6: PHOTOGRAPHS .......................................................................................................... 38
CHAPTER-7: SITE NDT REPORTS ................................................................................................... 42
CHAPTER-8: DRAWINGS ................................................................................................................. 43
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge
condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures
wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for repair and Highway division
rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under
Public Work Directorate.
Bridge No. 07: Betberia Bridge
CHAPTER-1: BACKGROUND
1.1. Introduction
Public Works (Roads) Directorate (PWRD), Govt. of West Bengal, has built several
Bridges, Grade Separators and ROBs in the State of West Bengal. Some of these structures
are more than 50 years old and have almost lived their design capacity. With the increasing
traffic density in West Bengal since the starting of this decade, all these structures are
subjected to severe congestion and have started showing signs of distress. Although some
repair works have been carried out on the affected portion to keep these structures in running
condition, absence of regular monitoring and maintenance system have resulted in
deterioration of some of the key components which require immediate attention to prevent
any safety hazards to the vehicular traffic plying on them.
RITES Ltd, Highway Division, Kolkata have been assigned to assess the present
condition of 32 numbers of bridges under Package 1B under the jurisdiction of PWD South
Zone and suggest remedial/suitable measures to maintain its existing serviceability. The
Letter of Acceptance (LoA) issued by the Superintending Engineer, Nabanna Circle, Public
Works Directorate bears Memo no 843/4E-165/CE/T&T/KMDA/W-385 dated 16.08.2016.
The report pertains to the bridge under serial number 16 above namely Roy Bridge
falls on BC Road at 0.890 KM. The River Bridge is built over the Ichchamati River.
Salient Features
The bridge is at Km 9.2Km of Chapra Hridoypur road State Highway village
Betbaria . The bridge was built in year between 2001 on Keto Sakho Khal. It has a length of
60.0 m (as per PWD list) with span arrangement of 3 Spans X 20m. The bridge has
Reinforced concrete and pre-stressed concrete members with superstructure type of RCC slab
over a steel girder having structural system of Simply Supported. It has a carriageway width
of 7.5 m having wearing coat of Mastic Asphalt type and expansion joint type of Strip seal
with footpath of 1.10 m on both sides and Standard RCC Railing & RCC crash barrier type of
railing. Its foundation is not visible. It has Elastomeric type of bearing
Scope of Work
Both the objective and the detailed 'Scope of Work' of the Consultant has already been
outlined in the 'Request for Proposal'. A brief scope under both Stage 1 and Stage 2 is
presented below:
STAGE 1: 1st Stage Inspection report for collection of Bridge Inventory data by
Mobile Bridge Inspection Unit (MBIU) to be collected for those bridges which seem to be
critical as per visual Observation and/or as per other reports of the Authority; The following
items are to be covered under this scope:
 Collection of available documents from the Authority;
 Conducting Topographic Survey;
 Visual inspection of the bridge;
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STAGE 2: 2nd Stage of detailed Inspection to be adopted for other bridges under this
Package i.e. not inspected under STAGE 1. The following items are to be covered under this
scope:
 All the above as stated under PART I;
 ascertaining load-carrying capacity;
 Conducting Non-destructive test;
 Underwater inspection;
 Preparation of BoQ and cost estimate.
CHAPTER-2: METHODOLOGY
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2.1. General Approach

A team of Engineers of RITES has inspected each component of the bridge/flyover
for the collection of Inventory data. Subsequently, visual inspection of the entire bridge has
been carried out in detail and recorded. Immediately upon completion of the above two
activities, the Survey team of RITES has completed NDT investigation and Topographic
Survey also using a high precision instrument like Total Station.
2.2. Format
As per RFP, the following three formats are to be filled up by the consultant at
different stages of the study.
1. Format A: Proforma for Condition Survey of Bridges
2. Format B: Inventory of Bridges on Roads under State PWD, Govt. of West Bengal;
3. Format C: Standard Proforma for Inspection report (for Passage of ODC/OWC).
All the above three formats are duly filled up and submitted as Appendix with the
report. However, the formats shall be updated after the detailed inspection using MBIU and
after completion of Non-destructive Tests.
CHAPTER-3: OBSERVATIONS AND DISCUSSION ON VISUAL

INSPECTION
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3.1. General
RITES Ltd., Highway Division, Kolkata has carried out the inspection of Betberia
Bridge falls on Chapra – haridoypur Bridge at 9.20 km. The structure is checked for visual
deformation and any apparent signs of distress which could impair the functioning of the vital
components.
Preliminary assessment of the structural condition is carried out by visual inspection which is
done mainly focusing the followings:
1. Spalling, honeycombing, leaching, loss of material in members of superstructure and
sub-structure;
2. Corrosion of rebars, exposure of rebars;
3. All visible cracks;
4. Excessive vibrations;
5. Condition of bearings;
3.2. Observation & Discussion

As understood, the bridge was constructed around the year 2010 as PWD/ locally
informed and as-built drawings and detailed design documents of the bridge could not be
tracked from PWD. In absence of drawings and details, information related to sectional
details, connection details, re-bars and pre-stressing systems embedded into the concrete (if
any) could not be ascertained.
The bridge was visited by RITES ltd. team on 08-09-2019 for preliminary site visit
and from 26-12-2019 to 27-12-2019 for 1st stage inspection report. Authority has supplied no
drawings for this bridge.
The Observations of RITES team on the visual inspection are summarised below:
3.2.1 Traffic condition
Observation:
1. The structure is posted for 10 Ton gross vehicular with the order of PWD authorities.
The posting, to the best of our knowledge, is being disobeyed. (Refer figure no. 1)
2. The structure was completed in the year 2001 over Keto Sakho Khal on ODR
connecting Chapra to Haridayapur road, with a carriageway width of 7.50 m,
congestion-free and smooth traffic flow is observed. Mastic asphalt wearing course
are well laid out and strong, watertight against surface water infiltration. (Refer figure
2)
Discussion:
1. Enforcement of restrictions in respect of maximum axle load gross vehicular weight
(GVW), Billboard direction, and the geometrical restriction is required for the safety
of the bridge.
2. The posting should be placed at a sufficient distance (not less than 100 m) from the
abutment, on both ends of the bridge so that truckers can make arrangements to use
detours or to limit their loads to the maximum weight allowed.
3. An advance warning sign indicating a "Load Limit Bridge Ahead" should be placed at
least 200 m from the abutments on both ends of the bridge and at all road junctions
leading to the posted bridge starting from the earliest major junction.
3.2.2 Waterway
1. The Betbaria Bridge is a high-level bridge built over a khal. The water was shallow
and leading to entirely dry in dry season and floods in the rainy season. The stream
aligns well with the structure and the channel appears capable of handling periods of
high water. (Refer figure no. 3)
1.2.1 Carriageway
i) Approach slab & approach wearing course.
ii) Wearing course over the structure.
iii) Expansion Joint.
iv) Drainage spout.
v) Footpath/ Sidewalk.
vi) Railing.
i) Approach slab & approach wearing course.

Observation:
1. Settlement in approach slab is observed, the filling material is eroded and refilled/
covered by sandbags. (Refer figure no. 4)
Discussion:
1. An approach slab settlement resulting in a "bump at the end of bridge" can lead to
many negative effects on the function of roads, impacts on bridge and road structures,
Uncomfortable and unsafe driving conditions, road accidents and subsequent increase
in maintenance costs.
2. There are a number of modes of failure that may occur in the embankment at the
abutment. This section will identify the most common causes of embankment
movement and provide tools for predicting embankment deformation. Causes of
bridge approach movement include compression of the embankment fill material
during and immediately following grading operations, settlement or the creation of
voids beneath the sleeper beam and approach slab due to the embankment fill not
being constructed properly, such as, having drainage problems or being composed of
a poorly compacted material. Improper compaction practices or the use of soils
subject to volume change may lead to consolidation, shrinkage.
ii) Wearing course over the structure.

The main function of the surface course is to provide skid-resistance surface, friction
and drainage for the pavement. The present condition of wearing course is found as
per standard norms. Mastic asphalt wearing course are well laid out and strong,
watertight against surface water infiltration. (Refer figure no. 5)
iii) Expansion joint
Observation:
1. Strip seal expansion joints are properly laid and ensure the smooth transfer of
traffic. (Refer figure no. 6)
2. Dust and debris accumulation is observed in the strip seal expansion joint. (Refer
figure no. 7)
3. Minor damage observed in the neoprene seal & welding impression is not
satisfactory. (Refer figure no. 8)
Discussion:
1. The expansion joint represents a discontinuity point in road pavement. Therefore,
it is extremely sensitive to errors of various natures, Bridge expansion joint is
designed to allow for continuous traffic movement between structure while
accommodating movement, shrinkage & temperature variation of the structure.
2. Joints are must be free from incompressible clogging like debris to permit free
movement.
iv) Drainage spout
Adequate numbers of drainage spout with adequate pipe length for carrying
rainwater down from a platform is observed in the structure. (Refer figure no. 9)
v) Footpath/ Sidewalk.
The fundamental purpose of the footpath system is provided for public safety &
convenience along the length, with approx 1.10 m footpath width on both sides, a safe
& convenient pedestrian sidewalk is available over the structure. (Refer figure no. 10)
vi) Railing
RCC standard railing is provided over the bridge is in good condition. (Refer figure
no. 10)
1.2.2 Super-structure
i) RCC slab.
ii) Steel Girder
Observation:
1. Visually no issue is observed in RCC deck slab
2. Multiple bolts are missing from the joints of the main girder & cross girder. (Refer
figure no. 11)
3. Rusting observed in steel girder are covered by aluminum paint. (Refer figure no. 12)
4. Sagging observed in span 2 (P1-P2). (Refer figure no. 13)
5. Tack weld is observed at cross girder joints. (Refer figure no. 14)
Discussion:
1. Steel structures are sensitive to the atmospheric conditions such as humidity, acidic
gases and presence of salt. It is one of the major factors causing considerable
corrosion to steelwork. Corrosion eats up the steel section and reduces its structural
capacity, which if not arrested in time, will cause heavy repairs to strengthen the
structure and ultimately will lead to the replacement of the girder. Hence, special
attention is required to joint part to inhibit corrosion.
2. A bolt connection can be used for end connections in tension and compression
members. Bolts are subjected to heavy vibrations are prone to become loose, hence
all the missing bolts shall be replaced expeditiously by new HSFG bolts of the same
specifications & properly tightened.
3. Girder painting is essentially an application of the surface coating to the steelwork so
as to inhibit corrosion. The basic principle underlying maintenance painting is not to
allow deterioration of existing paint film to reach such a stage that rusting starts
underneath the paint film. The codal provision for painting an old surface is not
followed.
4. sagging describes a beam which curves downwards. The reason for sagging is excess
of the uncompensated construction dead load was not determined or tension at
top/compression at the bottom of the neutral axis.
5. As per welding codal provision, tack welds shall not be made at extreme ends of
joints.
1.2.3 Bearing & Pedestal

Observation:
1. Elastomeric bearing is painted with aluminum paint. (Refer figure no. 15)
2. Elastomeric bearing in good condition but ozone cracking are observed in bearing
(Refer figure no. 16)
3. Pedestals are in good condition; except one LHS pedestal over pier P2 towards Span
P2-A2. (Refer figure no. 17)
Discussion:
1. The elastomeric bearings are considered largely to be maintenance-free. However,
due to possible deficiencies in manufacture and installation, these bearings may show
signs of distress or develop malfunctioning.
2. Elastomers are very stiff in resisting volume change but are very flexible when
subjected to shear or pure uniaxial tension. Elastomers creep under continuously
applied stress and are subject to deterioration due to the high concentration of ozone.
3. The ozone could have a detrimental effect on the durability of rubber. Ozone-induced
stress cracking is considered a problem as it contributes to diminishing the
appearance and serviceability of rubber products. Ozone concentration forms cracks
which cause potential failure in the rubber.
4. Repair is required for Crushing observed in pedestal over P2 and has an appearance
that positively hit by girder face during lifting/placing arrangement.
1.2.4 Abutment/Pier
Observation:
1. Debris accumulated over cap. (Refer figure no. 18)
2. Segregation marks on the pier. (Refer figure no. 19)
3. Leakage of water from expansion joint creating dampness over pier cap. (Refer figure
no. 20)
4. Gabion slope protection is provided around the abutment. (Refer figure no. 21)
Discussion:
1. Dampness is the presence of unwanted moisture in the structure either the result of
intrusion dampness in structure from outside or condensation from within the
structure. And due to damaged neoprene over footpath expansion gap leading to
dampness & accumulation of dust over pier caps.
2. Segregation of the concrete affects strength and durability in structures. In good
concrete, all concrete aggregates are evenly coated with sand and cement paste and
form a homogeneous mass.
3. slope erosion has always been an issue for bridge embankments. Especially during the
monsoons, these slopes pose a challenge. A permanent, erosion-resistant ground cover
of large, loose, angular stone filled in the cage (caged riprap protection) is provided
over slope is in good condition.
1.2.5 Foundation
Foundation details are visible.
Figure 1: Bridge posting bill board at Betberia Bridge.
Figure 2: General view of bridge carriageway
Figure 3: General view of the waterway
Figure 4: Settlement of approach slab.
Figure 5: General view of wearing course
Figure: 6 General views of strip seal
Figure: 7 Dust & debris accumulated in expansion joint.
Figure: 8 poor wielding impression & Minor damage in neoprene seal
Figure: 9 General views of the drain spout
Figure: 10 General views of the footpath, RCC railing & crash barrier
Figure 11: Bolts are missing from Steel plate girder
Figure 12: Rusting in steel girders are covered by aluminum paints.
Figure 13: Sagging is observed in span 2(P1-P2)
Figure 14: Tack welding & missing bolts.
Figure: 15 Elastomeric bearings are colored with Aluminium paint
Figure: 16 Ozone crack in bearing
Figure: 17 Pedestal cracked/crushed
Figure: 18 Debris accumulated over pier cap
Figure: 19 Seggrigation marks on the pier
Figure: 20 water leakage marks from the expansion joint.
Figure: 20 Gabion slope protection
CHAPTER-4: FUTURE ACTION PLAN

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1. Till date Authority has supplied no drawings for this bridge.
2. No repair & rehabilitation history and details have been received by this office;
3. Hence, we had to carry out the detailed Topographic Survey;
4. The preparation of detailed dimensional drawings on the basis of the Topographic survey
is in progress and shall be completed within a month or so;
5. Based on the detailed dimensional drawings, in-house analysis model shall be prepared;
6. The NDT has been completed for the bridge;
7. Detailed condition Survey has been completed;
8. The in-house analysis model shall be updated based on the NDT test results and
condition survey to assess the load carrying capacity of the bridge;
9. The capacity of the bridge assessed from the in-house model shall be validated through
on-site bridge load testing in consultation with the authority;
10. BoQ shall be prepared subsequent to the rate analysis carried out following PwD SoR.
11. Final report shall be submitted thereafter
Intermediate Draft Recommendations
Since all the activities e.g. preparation of in-house model, non destructive tests,
topographic survey, condition survey etc. are not completed fully, final recommendation
cannot be given. However, based on the activity carried out till date, intermediate draft
recommendation is given below. The same shall be finalised after finalisation of all the
activities mentioned above.
a) In absence of proper river training and protection works, the earthen embankment
below approach slab has been washed out; this necessitates divisional executives to
support the approach slab by filling with sand bags;
b) The bridge is of steel plate girder of approximately 20.0m span each; excessive
deflection of the middle span (Span 2/3) at mid span section is observed;
c) The girders are spliced with Bolts; many of the splice bolts are found missing; this
may be the reason for such excessive deflection of the girder;
d) It is observed that the girders are painted recently; it seems the painting has been done
without cleaning the old surface properly lading to de-lamination of the painting;
e) The girders are resting on elastomeric bearings; Elastomeric bearings are seem to
have under Ozone attack leading to thin cracks on the surface of the bearings; though
complete replacement of the bearings are not recommended, but the same is t be kept
under monitoring in future;
f) The cross girders are connected to the webs and flanges of the main girder through
bolting; the bolting has been done by welding additional plates from the webs and
flanges of the longitudinal girders; it seems all the plates are not continuously welded
with the web of the main girder; this needs to be properly investigated to see the
future implication;
In view of the above, it is recommended that though the bridge does not require to be
demolished but huge repair and rehabilitation works are to be carried out to enhance the load
carrying capacity of the bridge. We also recommend a bridge load testing to assess the load
carrying capacity of the bridge;
CHAPTER-5: APPENDIX OF FORMATS

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FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES

1. Road name Chapra- Harioypur Road (As per PWD list)
2. location of bridge in Km 9.20 km
3. Name of River/Water Body/Bridge Keto Sakho Khal
4. Year of completion of bridge 2001
5. Type of bridge (RCC/PSC, Slab,

RCC slab over steel plate girder
timer, steel)
6. Total length of bridge in 'm' with

60.0m
span
7. Width of carriageway and footpaths 7.50m and 1.10m on both sides
8. Whether located in back

No
waters/chemical zone?
Condition of the various bridge

components
Name of components
9. Approaches:
9.1 Condition of pavement surface Good condition
9.2 Side slopes Gabion protection
9.3 Approach slab Settlement observed
9.4 Retaining walls Not observed
10. Protection Works:
10.1 Slope Pitching ,apron ,floor

protection ,toe walls Gabion slope protection
10.2 Scour in river bed Not visible
11. Waterway:
11.1 Obstruction in waterways, island

Vegetation growth is observed
formation, Vegetation growth etc.
11.2 Flow pattern and banks Straight
12. Foundation:
12.1 Type Foundation not visible
12.2 Material Foundation not visible
12.3 Condition of foundation Foundation not visible
12.4 Piers/Abutments Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

Pier type- RCC Solid Pier
13. Substructure
13.1 Type Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

Pier type- RCC Solid Pier
13.2 Condition Good condition
14. Bearing:
14.1 Type Elastomeric bearing
14.2 Condition Good condition; ozone cracking observed
15. Superstructure:
15.1 Structural system Simply Supported
15.2 Type RCC slab over a steel girder
15.3 Arrangement 3 Spans X 20m
15.4 Condition (Girder) 1- Sagging observed

2- Rusting is covered by aluminum paint
3-Bolts are missing
15.5 Condition (Deck) Good condition
15.6 In case of Steel Bridges Yes; steel girder
15.7 In case of Masonry bridges Not a masonry bridge
16. Expansion joint:
16.1 Type Strip seal.
16.2 Condition Satisfactory condition
17. Wearing coat
17.1 Type Mastic Asphalt
17.2 Surface condition Good
17.3 Drainage Spouts Yes
18. Gabdrauks/Parapet:
18.1 Type Standard RCC Railing & crash barrrrier
18.2 Damage/missing parts if any No
19. Footpaths:
20. Type Pedestrian type path
21. Leakage/Damage if any No
22. Special Observation/Remarks if any No.
FORMAT B: INVENTORY OF BRIDGES ON ROADS UNDER STATE PWD, GOVT

OF WEST BENGAL
FORMAT B: INVENTORY OF BRIDGES ON ROADS UNDER STATE PWD, GOVT OF WEST BENGAL
IDENTIFICATION
1. Link No.
2. State West Bengal
3. Road Name Chapra –Hirdoypur Road) (As per PWD

List)
4. Section Nadia Division
5. Location 9.20 km (As per PWD list)
6. Structure No Not visible over the structure.
7. Latitude 23.6159362
8. Longitude 88.5672112
9. Feature Interested Keto Sakho Khal
10. Facility Carried by Structure Other District Road
11. Popular/Official Name Betberia bridge
12. Highway Circle & Division Nadia
13. Administrative District Nadia
14. Nearest City/Town betbaria
15. Custodian PWD
16. Year of Construction 2001
17. Highway Level or Submersible High Level
18. Overall Length of Bridge 60.0m
19. No. of Lanes 2 lanes undivided
20. Load Rating Detail drawing is not available with PWD

The detail is not available with PWD
21. Average Daily Traffic (ADT)
The detail is not available with PWD
22. Year of ADT
23. Detour Length 5-10 km (as per road network)
24. Documentation Not received from PWD
25. Year of Inventory December 2019
STRUCTURE DATA
26. Design Discharge in Cumecs Detail drawing is not available with PWD
27. Design HFL Detail drawing is not available with PWD
27(a) LWL/GL 2.0 m minimum water level (as per locals)
28. Design Scour Level at Pier Detail drawing is not available with PWD
29. Design scour level at Abutment Detail drawing is not available with PWD
30. Founding Strata Lacustrine deposit
31. Whether the Bridge is in Grade No
32. Road Level No data available
33. Road Width 7.50m
34. Overall Deck Width 11.20m
35. Approach Roadway Width Including Shoulder 7.50m
36. Height of Approach Embankment Shall be conformed after GAD
37. Average Skew Not in skew
38. Whether Navigable Yes
39. Vertical Clearance 3.0m (apx.)
40. Horizontal Clearance 3 Spans X 19m
(B)(1) MAIN SPANS
41. Total Number of Spans 03 spans
42. Span Arrangement 3 Spans X 20m
43. Superstructure Type RCC slab over the steel plate girder
44. Pier Type RCC Solid Pier
45. Abutment Type RCC Solid abutment wall
46. Pier Foundation Type Foundation not visible
47. Maximum Depth of Pier Foundation Foundation not visible
48. Abutment Foundation Type Foundation not visible
49. Maximum Depth of Abutment Foundation Foundation not visible
50. Type of Bearings Elastomeric
51. Wearing Coat Type Mastic Asphalt
52. Expansion Joints Type Strip seal
53. Railing Type Standard RCC Railing & crash barrier
(B)(2) APPROACH SPANS
54. Total Number of Spans Spans not present
55. Span Arrangement Spans not present
56. Superstructure Type Spans not present
57. pier type Spans not present
58. Abutment Type Spans not present
59. Pier Foundation Type Spans not present
60. Depth of Pier Foundation Spans not present
61. Abutment Foundation Type Spans not present
62. Depth of abutment Foundation Spans not present
63. Type of Bearings Spans not present
64. Wearing Coat Type Spans not present
65. Expansion Joints Type Spans not present
66. Railing Type Spans not present
(B)(3) (GENERAL)
67. Corrosion Protection Measures Steel girder is materialised
68. Bank Protection & Type Not provided
69. Floor Protection & Type Not provided
HISTORY
70. Suspension of Traffic No data available
71. Erosion of Banks Erosion of the bank is not observed
72. Scour Around Guide Bunds Guide bunds are not observed
73. Abnormal Scour Level Around Piers Abnormal Scour Level Around Piers is not
observed
74. Abnormal Scour Level Around Abutments Abnormal Scour Level Around Abutments is
not observed.
75. Abnormal Flood Level No data is available
76. Distress and Repair in Foundation Foundation not visible
77. Distress and Repair Guide Bunds Guide Bunds not present
78. Distress and Repair in Substructure including Bearings No
79. Distress and Repair in Superstructure Poor repainting is done in recent years
80. Any other Observations No
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate
for remedial measures wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South
zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate. Highway
division
FORMAT C: STANDARD PROFORMA FOR INSPECTION REPORT (FOR PASSAGE OF ODC/OWC)

Item Description Observations/Measurements Remarks

No.
1. GENERAL
1.1 Name of the bridge/No. of the

Bridge/Name of the river Betberia Bridge
1.2 Name/No. of highway/ Bridge location 9.2 km (As per PWD list)
1.3 Year of construction 2001

(if available or through local inquiry)
1.4 Bridge superstructure Type (Solid slab,

voided slab, RCC/PSC, T Girder, Box RCC slab over steel plate girder
Girder. Refer MORTH Guideline)
1.5 Bridge Statical System Simply Supported

(Simply Supported/ Continuous)
1.6 Pay load to be carried over the bridge

Drawings not available. So allowable Payload is not known
(GVW)
1.7 Type of HT arrangement to be considered. MORTH guideline HT arrangement can be considered over the structure; details will be furnished after a
detailed study of NDT & load testing.
2. SALIENT STRUCTURAL SCHEME & GEOMETRIC DETAILS OF THE BRIDGE
2.1 Type of bridge (River bridge, ROB, River Bridge

flyover,…etc)
division

No.
2.2 Span arrangement ( Provide c/c of exp. 3 Spans X 20m

Jt. As well as effective span along with
skew angle if any)
2.3 Maximum Height between soffit of Shall be given after GAD prepartion
Superstructure & river bed
2.4 Width of carriageway (between inner 7.50m

edge of kerbs/crash barrier)
2.5 Width of footpath (Please also mention 1.10m

whether the footpath is raised and
whether it is provided on both sides or
only on one side)
2.6 Overall deck width (from outer to outer) 11.20m
2.7 Type of carriageway (Type 1 to 5 …refer 2 Lanes Undivided

MORTH guideline)
2.8 Depth of Superstructure (Please capture Shall be given after GAD prepartion
overall depth as well as depth of girder)
2.9 Type of Pier (Circular, Rectangular,

RCC Solid Pier
Plate type…etc)
2.10 Type of abutment ( Solid type, Spill RCC Solid abutment wall
through type…etc)
division

No.
2.11 Type of foundation(Add only in case Not Visible

visible)
2.12 Nos. of Girders & X-girders in Main girder-03

Superstructure (to be picked up for each
X girder - 05
type spans)
2.13 Horizontal alignment of bridge (report

Members are aligned; straight
whether it is curved or straight)
3. DATE OF INSPECTION 26.12.2019 to 27.12.2019
4. APPROACHES
4.1 Approach geometrics (report whether Stright & Conducive

approach geometry is conducive)
5. PROTECTIVE WORKS Gabion protection
5.1 Extent of scour Local scour observed
6. CONDITION OF FOUNDATION ( TO
BE REPORTED FOR EACH Foundation not visible
FOUNDATION)
6.1 Report settlement if any Foundation not visible
6.2 Report cracking, disintegration, decay Foundation not visible

erosion, cavitations, etc.
division

No.
6.3 Report damage due to impact of floating Foundation not visible

bodies, boulders, etc.
7. CONDITION OF SUBSTRUCTURE ( All substructures are in good condition

PIERS, ABUTMENTS…ETC)(TO BE
REPORTED FOR EACH
SUBSTRUCTURE)
7.1 Report cracking, disintegration, decay, No major issue observed.

tilting etc.
8. CONDITION OF BEARINGS (TO BE

REPORTED FOR EACH SPAN)
8.1 Metallic Bearings Not applicable for this structure
8.1.1 Report general condition (check rusting, Not applicable for this structure
cleanliness, ceasing of plates)
8.1.2 Functioning (report excessive movement, Not applicable for this structure
tilting ,jumping off girders)
8.1.3 Report cracks in supporting member Not applicable for this structure
(abutment cap, pier cap, pedestal)
8.1.4 Report effectiveness of anchor bolts Not applicable for this structure
(check whether they are in postion and
tight)
division

No.
8.2 Elastomeric bearings Yes
8.2.1 Report condition of pads (oxidation, Good condition; ozone attack observed
creep, fattening, bulging, splitting)
8.2.2 Report general cleanliness Cleaned
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for
repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate.
Highway
Bridge No. 07: Betberia Bridge division
9. CONDITION OF Span1 Span2 Span3 Remarks

SUPERSTRUCTURE (TO BE
REPORTED FOR EACH SPAN)
9.1 Reinforced concrete and pre-stressed Reinforced Concrete over steel girder Reinforced Concrete over steel girder Reinforced Concrete over steel girder
concrete members
9.1.1 Report spalling, disintegration or honey No No No

combing etc.
9.1.2 Report cracking (pattern, location, No No No

explain preferably by plotting on sketch)
9.1.3 Report corrosion of reinforcements, if No No No

any
9.1.4 Report damages if any due to moving No No No

vehicles
9.1.5 Report condition of articulation (cracks No No No

if any)
9.1.6 Report deflection, if excessive No Yes No
9.1.7 Report cracks in end anchorage zone (for No No No

pre-stressed concrete members)
9.1.8 Report deflection at central hinge, tip of Not a cantilever bridge Not a cantilever bridge Not a cantilever bridge
cantilever for cantilever bridges
9.2 Steel members
9.2.1 Report corrosion , if any Yes; Covered by aluminum paint Yes; Covered by aluminum paint Yes; Covered by aluminum paint
Bolts are missing & Tack welds are used at end Bolts are missing & Tack welds are used at joint
9.2.2 Report condition of connection Bolts are missing & Tack welds are used at joint
joint
(adequacy, looseness of rivets, bolts or
worn out welds, etc.)
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures wherever necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for
repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate.
Highway
Bridge No. 07: Betberia Bridge division
9.2.3 Report deflection, if excessive No Yes; sagging is observed No
9.2.4 Report Buckling, if any No No No
9.3 Masonry arches Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch
9.3.1 Report condition of joints mortar, Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch
pointing masonry, etc.
9.3.2 Profile report flattening by observing rise Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch
of the arch at center and quarter points.
9.3.3 Reports cracks if any (indicate location, Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch
pattern, extent, depth, explain by
sketches)
9.3.4 Check drainage of spandrel fillings Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch Not a masonry arch
(report bulging of spandrel
9.3.5 Check growth of vegetation No No No
Consultancy Services for i) Collection of inventory data by MBIU ii) Analysis of Bridge condition
and assessment of distress condition, iii) preparing estimate for remedial measures wherever
necessary with the corresponding methods and technique for repair and rehabilitation of the Bridges, Highway
Flyover, ROB in South zone in state of West Bengal Under Public Work Directorate. division
FORMAT C: STANDARD PROFORMA FOR INSPECTION REPORT (FOR

PASSAGE OF ODC/OWC)
10 Certificate to be accorded by the inspecting

official
10.2.3 Report perceptible vibrations, if any No
10.2.4 Report on alignment of members of Members are aligned

superstructure
11.1 Report functioning of expansion joints ( Proper functioning

Report cracks in deck in the existing gap and
approximate temperatures)
11.2 Report condition of sealing material ( for Neoprene seal is minor damaged
neoprene sealing material, check for splitting
oxidation, creep flattening, bulging and for
bitumen filler, check for hardening, cracking,
etc.)
11.7 Report rattling of expansion joints, if any Rattling not observed
CHAPTER-6: PHOTOGRAPHS
Span 1(A1-P1)
PH 1: General view of the approach road PH 2:General view of the expansion joint
PH 3: General view of footpath & railing PH 4: Bridge posting billboard
PH 5: General view of span 1 PH 6: Settlement underneath approach slab
PH 7: General view of abutment A1 PH 8: General view of pier P1
PH 9: Rusting is covered by aluminum paint PH 10: general view of the drain spout
SPAN 2(P1-P2)
PH 11: General view of Wearing course PH 12: General view of the expansion joint
PH 13: General view of pier P2 PH 14: loosed nut bolts
PH 15: Inspection with MBIU PH 16: General view of elastomeric bearing
PH 17: Inspection with MBIU PH 18: General view of damaged pedestal

SPAN 3(P2-A2)
PH 19: Inspection with MBIU PH 20: Settlement in approach slab
PH 21: General view of the structure PH 22: General view of the carriageway
PH 23: General view of bearing PH 24: General view of gabion protection
CHAPTER-7: SITE NDT REPORTS
CHAPTER-8: DRAWINGS
GAD is under Preparation & will be submitted later, LiDAR Video file in CD submitted
herewith for ready reference

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Contents

CHAPTER-1: BACKGROUND ............................................................................................................. 2

2.1. General Approach

CHAPTER-3: OBSERVATIONS AND DISCUSSION ON VISUAL

3.2. Observation & Discussion

i) Approach slab & approach wearing course.

ii) Wearing course over the structure.

1.2.3 Bearing & Pedestal

Figure 1: Bridge posting bill board at Betberia Bridge.

Figure 2: General view of bridge carriageway

Figure 3: General view of the waterway

Figure 4: Settlement of approach slab.

Figure 5: General view of wearing course

Figure: 6 General views of strip seal

Figure: 7 Dust & debris accumulated in expansion joint.

Figure: 8 poor wielding impression & Minor damage in neoprene seal

Figure: 9 General views of the drain spout

Figure 11: Bolts are missing from Steel plate girder

Figure 12: Rusting in steel girders are covered by aluminum paints.

Figure 13: Sagging is observed in span 2(P1-P2)

Figure 14: Tack welding & missing bolts.

Figure: 15 Elastomeric bearings are colored with Aluminium paint

Figure: 16 Ozone crack in bearing

Figure: 17 Pedestal cracked/crushed

Figure: 18 Debris accumulated over pier cap

Figure: 19 Seggrigation marks on the pier

Figure: 20 water leakage marks from the expansion joint.

Figure: 20 Gabion slope protection

CHAPTER-4: FUTURE ACTION PLAN

CHAPTER-5: APPENDIX OF FORMATS

FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES

1. Road name Chapra- Harioypur Road (As per PWD list)

2. location of bridge in Km 9.20 km

3. Name of River/Water Body/Bridge Keto Sakho Khal

4. Year of completion of bridge 2001

5. Type of bridge (RCC/PSC, Slab,

6. Total length of bridge in 'm' with

7. Width of carriageway and footpaths 7.50m and 1.10m on both sides

8. Whether located in back

Condition of the various bridge

9.1 Condition of pavement surface Good condition

9.2 Side slopes Gabion protection

9.3 Approach slab Settlement observed

9.4 Retaining walls Not observed

10. Protection Works:

10.1 Slope Pitching ,apron ,floor

10.2 Scour in river bed Not visible

11.1 Obstruction in waterways, island

11.2 Flow pattern and banks Straight

FORMAT A: PROFARMA FOR CONDITION SURVEY OF BRIDGES

12.1 Type Foundation not visible

12.2 Material Foundation not visible

12.3 Condition of foundation Foundation not visible

12.4 Piers/Abutments Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

13.1 Type Abutment type-RCC Solid abutment wall

13.2 Condition Good condition

14.1 Type Elastomeric bearing

14.2 Condition Good condition; ozone cracking observed

15.1 Structural system Simply Supported

15.2 Type RCC slab over a steel girder

15.3 Arrangement 3 Spans X 20m

15.4 Condition (Girder) 1- Sagging observed

15.5 Condition (Deck) Good condition