Live Load Surcharge on Abutment Footings

Question

Hi - Is there a way to apply the vertical component of the live load surcharge on the abutment heel? 
 When selecting the live load surcharge load type for an abutment, it only gives me the option to apply girder, abutment or cap/stem loads. I'm currently using LEAP Bridge Concrete CE V21.02.00.38 
 Many thanks in advance!

Vinay mysore · Accepted Answer

There is no option to input the vertical component directly on the heel for LS load case. 
 The workaround solution is to calculate the vertical load applied on the heel and input that equivalent force Y and moment on the Cap/Stem.

Please let me know if this solution is feasible for you.

Vinay mysore · Answer

Hi Marijoy, 
 I found reference regarding the Live load surcharge in Bentley communities. 
 https://communities.bentley.com/products/bridge_design___engineering/f/bridgemaster-lars-leap-openbridge-rm-forum/188625/rc-pier/554909#554909 
 Please let me know if the solution provided in the link works for you. 
 Thanks, 
 Vinay

Live Load Surcharge on Abutment Footings

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