Correction Slips to

Indian Railways Bridge Manual, 1998

IRBM CS No.8 dated 21.7.2000.

(i) Add new para –521 in chapter – V :

521. Replacement of Meter Gauge Bridges :

Whenever MG bridges are rebuilt the substructure and super structure shall be built to
BG standards.

ii)Replace para 504 (4) of Chapter –V as under.

4. The bridge may then be classified as “Distressed” by the Senior Divisional

Engineer/Divisional Engineer after a personal inspection. A detailed report should be
sent to Headquarters office & RDSO with complete data about the bridge including its
completion drawings,.

iii) Add new sub para 5 under para 616 of chapter VI :

5. Adoption of riveted fabrication for plate/composite girders should not be done

without prior approval of Board.

(IV) Add new sub-para 5 under para 210 of chapter II :-

5. Water on deck bridges should not be allowed to stagnate or retained in the ballast
cleaning of ballast and drainage arrangements to be ensured annually before
monsoons.