Abstract
Most of the structural elements on Kentucky bridges are made of reinforced concrete. Many of these elements deteriorate as a result of corrosion of the reinforcing steel caused by carbonation and — primarily — applications of chlorides by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC). Corrosion of reinforcing steel is reviewed along with assessment procedures that leverage nondestructive evaluation (NDE) methods and related laboratory and field tests. Several maintenance procedures are discussed, including the application of sealers and coatings, patch and major concrete repairs, and electrochemical methods. Incorporating NDE and test results into maintenance procedure selection is discussed. Recommendations are provided on expanding application of NDE and tests as this can enable better maintenance decision making related to corrosion of reinforced concrete.
Report Date
11-2021
Report Number
KTC-21-32/SPR15-505-1F
Digital Object Identifier
https://doi.org/10.13023/ktc.rr.2021.32
Repository Citation
Hopwood, Theodore; Goff, Christopher; and Palle, Sudhir, "Assessment of Deteriorated Structural Concrete to Provide Durable Repairs" (2021). Kentucky Transportation Center Research Report. 1745.
https://uknowledge.uky.edu/ktc_researchreports/1745
