Title:
CRSI Detailing Corner: Grade Beam Depth and Dowel Embedment
Author(s):
CRSI Staff and Dick Birley
Publication:
Concrete International
Volume:
31
Issue:
5
Appears on pages(s):
53-56
Keywords:
constructibility; detailing; foundation; reinforcement; RFI
DOI:
Date:
5/1/2009
Abstract:
Shallow grade beams can cause congestion problems at the tops of drilled pier foundations or pile caps when the vertical bars from the foundation element and the dowels for a column must both be hooked. The resulting congestion may make it very difficult for the grade beam longitudinal bars to pass unobstructed over the foundation. Several options for alleviating this congestion are discussed. Detailing Corner RFI 09-2 regarding stainless steel reinforcement is also presented.