Mustla Bridge, Estonia

4.2m high MSE bridge abutments

International
Bridge abutment
Mechanically stabilised earth
Retaining wall
Redi-Rock
Author

Kenneth Knox

Published

June 1, 2019

I delivered the design of two 4.2m high segmental precast concrete block abutments for the new bridge on the Tallinn to Tartu highway. When a change created a conflict with the bridge piers I avoided delays by creating a custom facing detail with the manufacturer that transmitted the pressure on the facing around the pier. The walls were completed 4 weeks ahead of schedule.

Installing custom facing

Installing custom facing

Geogrid installation

Geogrid installation

Mustla Bridge abutment

Mustla Bridge abutment