An Introduction to Drainage Pipe Strength, Cover and Bedding for Professional Engineers

Introductory technical guidance for civil engineers and other professional engineers and construction managers interested in design and construction of drainage piping systems. Here is what is discussed: 1. INTRODUCTION, 2. SELECTION OF TYPE OF PIPE, 3. SELECTION OF N VALUES, 4. RESTRICTED USE OF BITUMINOUS-COATED PIPE, 5. MINIMUM COVER, 6. CLASSES OF BEDDING AND INSTALLATION, 7. STRENGTH OF PIPE, 8. RIGID PIPE, 9. FLEXIBLE PIPE, 1O. BEDDING OF PIPE (CULVERTS AND STORM DRAINS).