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Enhancing the Seismic Vulnerability Model for Oregon Highway Bridges
Principal Investigator:
Peter Dusicka, Portland State University
Summary:
The Oregon Department of Transportation and Portland State University evaluated the seismic vulnerability of state highway bridges in western Oregon. The study used a computer program called REDARS2 that simulated the damage to bridges within a transportation network. It predicted ground motions for a specific location and magnitude of earthquake, resulting bridge damage and the cost of the damage...
The Oregon Department of Transportation and Portland State University evaluated the seismic vulnerability of state highway bridges in western Oregon. The study used a computer program called REDARS2 that simulated the damage to bridges within a transportation network. It predicted ground motions for a specific location and magnitude of earthquake, resulting bridge damage and the cost of the damage, as well as the cost to the public for traffic delays due to detours around damaged bridges. Estimated damage and delay costs were presented for major highways in the region.
Final report available online at:
http://www.oregon.gov/ODOT/TD/TP_RES/docs/reports/2009/2009_seismic_vulnerability.pdf
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Project Details
| Project Type: | Research |
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| Project Status: | Completed |
| End Date: | June 30, 2010 |
Downloadable Products
- Seismic Vulnerability of Oregon State Highway Bridges (FINAL_REPORT)