Pier Construction in Flyover or Metro Viaduct Construction


                               Pier Construction :

          Pier is a substructure of viaduct that is supported by closely spaced piles and transfers all the loads from superstructure to ground through pile foundation.
          Two types of piers are used in the project :
1.    Station pier (square)
          Dimensions being 2400 mm x 2000mm.
2.    Eccentric pier (viaduct)
          Diameter of eccentric pier is around 1.8m.

Methodology :
1.    Vertical Reinforcement are aligned and supported with concrete blocks.
2.    Other reinforcements like rings and link rods are then tied according to design and bar bending schedule.
3.    Vertical alignment is assured by plumb bob and coordinates.
4.    Self Shuttering is placed with a cover of 75mm.
5.    M40 grade with slump of 160 - 175mm concrete is poured is compacted using needle vibrators.
6.    It is cured by watering and covering by wet cloth.



Pier Construction in Progress

Typical Viaduct for Metro Construction

Pier Protection for the Pier and the coloured Tape is for Visibility at Night 


Square Pier Construction for the Station of Side 2.4m

Circular Pier Construction for the Elevated Viaduct od Dia 1.8m



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