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Appendix- B

Proforma for Inspection Report


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1. 2 3
1. General: :
1.1 Name of Bridge: :
1.2 No of the bridge :
1.3 Name of River :
1.2.1 Name, No, of Highways :
1.2.2 Number of Highways :
1.2.3 Bridge Location
1.3.0 Name of Division and the Circle :
2. Type of Bridge :
3 Date of last inspection :
4. Approaches. :
4.1 State the condition of pavement, surface (Report :
unevenness, settlement, cracking, pot-holes etc.)
4.2 Side Slopes (report pitched, or unpitched, :
conditions of pitching turffing, any signs of slope
failure etc.)
4.3 Erosion of embankment by rain cuts or any other :
damage to embankment
4.4 Approach slab (report settlement cracks, :
movement etc.)
4.5 Approach geometrics (report whether it satisfies :
the standards as inforce.)
4.6 Any other specific observations made.
5 Protective works. :
5.1 Type (mention whether gnidebund or protection :
around abutments or spurs are provided.)
5.2 Report damage of the layout, cross-section :
profile (check whether the layout and the cross
section are in order.)
5.3 Report condition of slope pitching, apron and toe :
walls indicating the nature of damage if any,
(check for proper slope. thickness of pitching in

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the slopes, width and thickness of apron, erosion
of toe walls, etc.)
5.4 Report condition of floor, protection works, :
indicate nature of damage, if any, (Condition of
impervious floor, flexible apron, curtain walls
etc.)
5.5 Extent of scour (report any abnormal scour) :
5.6 Reserve stone material (check against specified :
quantity.)
5.7 Any other specific observations made. :
6 Waterway :
6.1 Report presence of obstruction under- growth :
etc.
6.2 Report maximum observed scour, and its location :
and compare with the design value.
6.3 Report any abnormal change in flaw pattern :
6.4 Report maximum flood level observed during the :
year and mark the same on the pier/abutment
both on the U/S. and D./S.
6.5 Report abnormal afllux, if any. :
6.6 Report adequacy of waterway. :
6.7 Any other specific observations made. :
7 Foundations. :
7.1 Report settlement, if any, report probable :
reasons for the same.
7.2 Report cracking, disintegration, decay, erosion, :
cavitation, etc.
7.3 Report damage due to impact of floating bodies, :
boulders, etc.
7.4 For sub-ways, report seeapge, If any, damage to :
the foundations etc.
7.5 Any other observation made. :
8 Substructure. :
(piers, abutments and returns/wingwalls)

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8.1 Report efficiency of drainage of the backfill :
behind abutments and returns. (check
functioning of weep holes, evidence of moisture
of abutment faces, etc.)
8.2 Report cracking, disintegration, decay, :
settlement, tilting etc.
8.3 For sub-ways report condition of side retaining :
walls, like cracking. disintegration settlement,
tilting etc. and seepage, it any.
8.4 Any other observations made. :
9 Bearings. :
9.1 Metallic bearings :
9.1.1 Report general condition (check rusting, :
cleanliness, ceasing of plates.)
9.1.2 Functioning (Report excessive movement, tilting :
jumping off guides.)
9.1.3 Greasing/oil bath (report date of last greasing/oil :
bath and whether to be redone or not.)
9.1.4 Report cracks in supporting member (abutment :
cap, pier cap, pedestal).
9.1.5 Report effectiveness of anchor bolts (check :
whether they are in position and tight. )
9.1.6 Any other observations made. :
9.2 Elastomeric bearings. :
9.2.1 Report condition of pads (oxidation, creep, :
flattening, bulging, splitting.)
9.2.2 Report general cleanliness. :
9.2.3 Any other observations made. :
10 Superstructure. :
10.1 Reinforced concrete and prestressed concrete :
members.
10.1.1 Report, spalling, disintegration or honeycombing :
etc.
10.1.2 Report, cracking (patrern location explain :
preferably by plotting on sketch
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10.1.3 Report corrosion of reinforcements, if any :
.
10.1.4 Report damages, if any, due to moving :
. vehicles.

10.1.5 Report condition of articulation (cracks, if :


. any)

10.1.6 Report perceptible vibrations, if any. :


.
10.1.7 Report excessive deflection or loss of camber, :
. if any. (measure at same point each time).

10.1.8 Report cracks in end anchorage zone (for :


. prestressed concrete members

10.1.9 Report deflection at central hinge, tip of :


. cantilever for cantilever bridges.

10.2. Steel members. :


10.2.1 Report condition of paint :
.
10.2.2 Report corrosion, if any. :
.
10.2.3 Report perceptiple vibrations, if any. :
.
10.2.4 Report on alignment of members. :
.
10.2.5 Report condition of connection (adequacy. :
. looseness of rivets, bolts or worn out welds,
report specially on connection of stringers to
cross girders, cross girders to main girders,
gussets or splices, etc.)
10.2.6 Report camber and deflection. :
.
10.2.7 Report bucking, if any, :
.

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10.2.8 Report on the cleanliness of members and :
. joints (checks chocking of drainage holes
provided in the bottom booms.)
10.3. Masonry arches. :
10.3.1 Report condition of joints mortar, pointing, :
. masonry etc.

10.3.2 Profile report flattening by observing rise of


. the arch at centre and quarter points.

10.3.3 Report cracks, if any (indicate location, :


. pattern, extent, depth, explain by sketches.)

10.3.4 Check drainage of spandel-fillings (report :


. bulging of spandrel walls if any)

10.3.5 Check growth of vegetation. :


.
10.3.6 Any other observations made. :
.
10.4. Timber members. :
10.4.1 Report condition of paint. :
.
10.4.2 Check decay, wear and tear, structural :
. defects needing immediate replacement, if
any.
10.4.3 Report condition of joints, splices, spikes, etc. :
.
10.4.4 Report excessive sag, if any. :
.
11. Expansion joints. :
11.1. Functioning (Report cracks in deck in the :
existing gap and approximate temperatures.)
11.2. Report condition of sealing material (for :
neoprene sealing material, check for
splitting, oxidation, creep, flattening, bulging
and for bitumen filler, check for hardening,
cracking etc).
11.3. Report condition of the joint at fixing points. :

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11.4. Top sliding plate Report corrosion, damage to :
welds etc.)
11.5. Locking of joints (Report Locking of joints :
especially for finger type expansion joints).
11.6. Check for debris in open joints. :
11.7. Report rattling, if any. :
11.8. Any other observations made. :
12. Wearing Coat (concrete/bitumen); :
12.1. Report surface condition (cracks, spalling, :
disintegration, pot-holes etc.)
12.2. Report evidence of wear (tell tale rings, check :
for thickness as against actual thick- ness,
report date of last inspection)
13. Drainage spouts :
13.1 Check clogging, deterioration and damage if :
any.
13.2 Check the projection of the spout on the :
underside (see whether structural members
are being affected.)
13.3 Report adequacy thereof. :
13.4 For sub-ways Report about adequacy of :
pumping arrangements, etc.
13.5 Any other observations made. :
14. Handrails. :
14.1 Report general condition (check expansion :
gaps, missing parts, if any, etc.)
14.2 Report damage due to collision, if any. :
14.3 Check alignment (report any abruptness :
in profile)
15. Footpaths. :
15.1 Report general condition (damage due to :
mounting of vehicles).
15.2 Report missing footpath slab. if any. :
15.3 Any other observations made. :
16. Utilities. :
16.1 Report leakage of water and sewage pipes :
16.2 Report any damage by telephone and :

electric cables.
16.3 Report condition of lighting facilities. :

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16.4 Report damages due to any other utilities. :
17. Bridge number. :
17.1 Report condition of painting on number :
plates and nameplate and date of last
painting

18. Aesthetics. :
18.1 Report any visual intrusion (Bill-boards, :
paints on structural members, etc.)
19. Report whether maintenance, :
recommended during last inspection has
been done or not (give details).
20. Maintenance and improvement :
recommendations.

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Appendix- B-(contd)

Sr. No. Item needing Action Time when to be Remarks


attention. recommended completed
1 2 3 4 5

21. Certified that I have personally inspected this bridge

Date : Signature :
Place :
Designation of the Municipal Engineer-
____Municipality / Sr. Engineer-
UDA/ADA
Inspecting Officer:

22. I have inspected bridge on dt………. And I agree with the above inspection report dated ………..
of the Deputy Executive Engineer except for the followings : -

Sr. No. [Link]. of the Item of the Details of inspection Observation made
inspection report

Date : Signature :
Place :
Designation of the RCM - Deputy Executive Engineer/
DEE- UDA/ADA
Inspecting Officer:

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Appendix- B-(contd)

23. Report regarding the post monsoon inspection done for the items which is
having observations different from what were observed in pre-monsoon
observations.

Sr. No. Sr. No. of the Item of the Details of inspection where observation are
above inspection report made different then what is stated in pre-
monsoon inspection
1 2 3

24. Certified that I have personally inspected this bridge

Date : Signature : Municipal Engineer -____ Municipality /


Place: Designation of the Sr. Engineer _____ UDA/ADA
inspecting Officer:

25. I have inspected the bridge on dt………………………..and agree with the above inspection
report dated ……………………..of the deputy Executive Engineer Except for the followings.

[Link] Sr. No. of the Item of Details of inspection Observation made


inspection report
1 2 3 4

Date Signature: RCM-


Place : Designation of the Superintending
Inspecting Officer: Engineer.-
UDA- ADA-
Executive /
Superintending
Engineer

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Appendix- B-(contd)

26. I agree with the inspection reports dt……………and dt…………….of the deputy Executive
Engineer and dt…………………and dt…………………..of the Executive Engineer. Except for the
Following.

[Link] Sr. No. of the Item of Details of inspection Observation made


inspection report
1 2 3 4

Date Signature: CE / GM Tech at


Place : Designation of the GUDM/ GUDC level-
Inspecting Officer: CEA/ CEO- for
UDA/ADA

******

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Common questions

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Erosion of an embankment can compromise the structural health of a bridge by undermining the stability of the bridge's approaches and undermining protective works. This process can lead to serious conditions such as uneven settlement, which distorts the designed load paths and can lead to cracks or even foundation failure over time . Regular monitoring and maintenance of embankments can prevent these issues by addressing erosion indicators early.

The condition of slope pitching affects bridge safety as it ensures the stability of the embankment and minimizes erosion. Inspectors should report the thickness, proper layout of slope pitching, and any signs of erosion on toe walls, as damage in these areas can lead to structural instability and increased risk during adverse weather conditions . Effective slope pitching prevents settlement and sliding which could affect the bridge's foundation and abutment stability.

Monitoring and maintaining the articulation of reinforced concrete members is crucial because it ensures that the structural members can adequately accommodate movements caused by temperature changes, loads, and other factors. Cracks in articulations could signify constrained movement or stress concentrations, which can lead to severe structural damage over time . Regular inspection helps in identifying early signs of wear or failure, allowing for timely maintenance to preserve bridge safety and integrity.

Post-monsoon inspection outcomes can exhibit differences such as increased erosion, new cracks, or altered scour patterns owing to heavy rains exceeding the capacity of protective measures established in previous seasons. Documenting these differences is vital as it helps in identifying where additional protective maintenance or design alterations are necessary to mitigate any damages that repeated seasonal impacts might cause. This comprehensive documentation allows engineers to refine maintenance priorities and action plans based on actual conditions rather than assumptions .

Spalling and honeycombing of concrete indicate surface or deeper-level structural weaknesses due to poor compaction, ingress of water, or freeze-thaw cycles, affecting a bridge's superstructure. Identifying these details during inspections helps in determining necessary maintenance actions such as surface repair, sealing, or reinforcement to prevent further deterioration and prolong the structure's lifespan . Regular monitoring and strategic intervention based on these details ensure continued structural health and safety.

Inadequate drainage behind the abutments can lead to water accumulation, which increases hydrostatic pressure on the structure. This pressure can result in moisture infiltration and potentially cause cracking, decay, or tilting of the substructure, compromising the bridge's stability and structural integrity . Effective drainage systems are critical for maintaining the bridge’s performance and prolonging its service life.

Abnormal scour can undermine the bridge’s foundation by removing supporting soil around piers and abutments, potentially causing instability or failure. During an inspection, it is crucial to report the maximum observed scour and its location, comparing it to the designed values to assess risk levels . Accurate reporting helps in proactive measures to reinforce the foundation and prevent potential structural failures.

Bearings play a critical role in bridge architecture by transferring loads from the superstructure to the piers or abutments while allowing for controlled movement due to thermal expansion, loads, and other factors. Proper maintenance, including regular checks for rust, movement, and functionality maximizes the longevity and ensures the correct alignment of bridge components . Poorly maintained bearings can lead to significant structural misalignments and inefficiencies, possibly causing premature wear or failure.

During the inspection of a bridge’s approach slab, factors such as settlement cracks, movement, and whether the approach slab meets current geometric standards should be assessed . Understanding these elements is crucial as they can indicate underlying issues with the bridge itself or its interaction with its environment, potentially affecting overall structural integrity.

When evaluating the condition of metallic bearings, factors such as rusting, cleanliness, and functionality (including excessive movement or tilting) should be considered. Greasing or oil bath maintenance history should also be checked, along with the condition of anchorage bolts for tightness and position . These factors are essential to ensure that the bearings continue to permit controlled movement and alignments as designed.

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