Effects of jackhammer weight on bridge deck preparation prior to overlay.
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2011-02-18
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By CTC & Associates LLC ...
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Abstract:We found one citation for a research project directly related to the issue of jackhammer weight: a 2002 Missouri DOT study.
Because we were unable to identify any other published research on this topic, we have included excerpts from 14
state specifications on surface preparation prior to placement of a bridge deck overlay. Of the specifications we
located related to concrete removal on bridge decks (especially prior to overlay):
Seven agencies (five states and two Canadian provinces) limit jackhammer weight to 30 to 35 pounds or
less.
Two agencies limit jackhammer weight to 45 pounds or less. In addition, one national research report (a
1992 report of the Strategic Highway Research Program) references 45 pounds as a common cutoff among
state agencies.
One agency limits jackhammer weight to 60 pounds or less.
Four agencies allow flexibility in jackhammer weight based on engineering judgment.
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