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... 1   Bridge approach systems are used by state departments of transportation (DOTs) to form a smooth transition between the roadway and bridges.
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... 2 Practices for Bridge Approach Systems the underlying backfill settles and provides no support for some fraction of their length. When the site conditions and bridge configuration allow, the RC approach slab may be omitted and a more cost-effective flexible pavement can be used to carry traffic directly to the bridge.
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... Summary 3   to be effective in providing durable bridge approach systems. The examples included a summary of each DOT's practice as well as lessons learned and suggested practices.

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