Contracted by LADOTD, C.E.C., Inc. was tasked with the replacement of joints without compromising continual flow of traffic or the structure’s support.
The project included:
- Remove existing joints
- Break out concrete around the existing joints
- Cut rebar as necessary and remove the joint from the recess
- Prepare the area to take the new MBJS
- Install and set the new joint to the correct opening
- Secure in place in accordance with the Plans
The existing joint was removed in sections, while managing to install the new MBJS’s (modular bridge joint system).