Browsing Wisconsin Highway Research Program by Title
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Analysis of concrete pavement joints to predict the onset of distress
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2007-10)This report documents the investigation of a 15-mile segment of doweled plain jointed concrete pavement located on Interstate 90/94 in Juneau and Sauk Counties in the State of Wisconsin. This section has experienced a ... -
Analysis of permit vehicle loads in Wisconsin
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2009-09)This study evaluated the impact of the 250-kip Wisconsin Standard Permit Vehicle against the overloaded vehicles operating on Wisconsin roads in recent years. The evaluation was conducted using three sets of data: 1) ... -
Application of electromagnetic geophysics (EMG) technology to subsurface investigations
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2005-06)A study was performed to investigate current methods for using EMG technology to assess the capabilities, limitations, and costs associated with these methods, and to identify EMG consultants and equipment that may be ... -
Application of electromagnetic geophysics (EMG) technology to subsurface investigations
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2005-06)A study was performed to investigate current methods for using electromagnetic geophysics (EMG) technology to assess the capabilities, limitations, and costs associated with these methods, and to identify EMG consultants ... -
Assessment and rehabilitation strategies/guidelines to maximize the service life of concrete structures
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2002-02)This report presents a spreadsheet tool for evaluating life-cycle maintenance strategies for existing concrete bridge decks that have deteriorated as a result of chloride-induced corrosion. The spreadsheet tool construct ... -
Bridge integrated analysis and decision support system: case histories phase I
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2007-08)This report presents a database of case histories of incidents due to impact, fire and scour for sixteen bridges in Wisconsin. It is intended to expand and use such case history and other relevant data in a future study ... -
Bridge integrated analysis and decision support, phase II
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2011-10)In 2004, the Wisconsin Highway Research Program (WHRP) initiated project # 0092-04-15, entitled, ?Bridge Integrated Analysis and Decision Support ? Case Histories (Phase I)? at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee (UWM) ... -
Comparison of basic lab test results with more sophisticated lab and In Situ test mothods on soils in southeastern Wisconsin
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2009-03)This report describes a comparison of basic laboratory test results with more sophisticated laboratory and in situ tests methods on soils in Southeastern Wisconsin. The generated soils data in the Milwaukee Marquette ... -
Comparison of five different methods for determining pile bearing capacities
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2009-02)The purpose of this study is to assess the accuracy and precision with which five methods can predict axial pile capacity. The methods are the Engineering News formula currently used by Wisconsin Department of Transportation ... -
Concrete cracking in new bridge decks and overlays
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2010-02)There appears to be a trend for new bridge decks in the state of Wisconsin to develop early-age transverse cracks and map cracks on concrete overlays. A comprehensive literature review of the potential causes of concrete ... -
Cone penetrometer comparison testing
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2011-10)To build the best, most durable pavement, designers must have accurate information on the quality of the subgrade the pavement will stand upon. Cone penetrometer testing is a promising method for measuring subgrade strength. ... -
Construction vibration attenuation with distance and its effect on the quality of early-age concrete
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2011-09)Pile-driving, blasting, and other WisDOT construction activities create air- and ground-transmitted vibration forces that can damage existing and in-construction facilities. Wisconsin limits construction-based vibration ... -
Detecting deleterious fine particles in concrete aggregates and defining their impact
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2010-10)This study examined the types of microfines in aggregates found in northern Wisconsin and their influence on concrete prepared according to Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) specifications. Aggregates were ... -
Determination of influences on support strength of crushed aggregate base course due to gradational, regional, and source variations
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2004-02)This research investigates the range of load-carrying capability, in terms of resilient modulus (MR), of crushed aggregate base course in Wisconsin and how variables, such as physical characteristics, material type, ... -
Determination of resilient modulus values for typical plastic soils in Wisconsin
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2011-09)A new input Wisconsin Department of Transportation (WisDOT) must develop for use of the American Association of State Highway Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Mechanistic-Empirical Design Guide is resilient modulus of ... -
Determination of shear strength values for granular backfill material used by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2007-08)This study will determine the correlation of various properties and conditions to the friction angle values. Investigation will also determine the variation in these values and recommend allowable design values for the ... -
Determination of typical resilient modulus values for selected soils in Wisconsin
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2006-05)The objective of this research is to develop correlations for estimating the resilient modulus of various Wisconsin subgrade soils from basic soil properties. A laboratory testing program was conducted on common subgrade ... -
Determining a temperature-density relationship after completed rolling of HMA
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2002-01)During the past few years, the implementation of the nuclear gauge method of testing hot mix asphalt for desired compaction has proven a on-destructive and timesaving option. However, discrepancies between contractors' and ... -
Development of full scale testing of an alternate foundation system for post and panel retaining walls
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2009-03)This research will develop and test a new, potentially less expensive and more easily executed design for post-and-panel retaining wall foundations. The design, proposed by several contractors to the Wisconsin Department ... -
Development of guidelines for PG binder selection for Wisconsin
(Wisconsin Highway Research Program, 2004-12)In 1997, the Wisconsin DOT made the transition to use PG binders in place of the Penetration and Viscosity graded asphalts that had been historically used. The decision at that time to specify the PG 58-28 as the standard ...