Adoption Info
Official title 2016 Arkansas Steel Construction Code
Effective dates January 1, 2016 – Present
Adopts with amendments AISC 360-10, Specification for Structural Steel Buildings
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Overview The AISC 360 standard provides comprehensive requirements for the design, fabrication, and erection of structural steel buildings. It includes guidelines for materials, design criteria, detailing, fabrication practices, and quality control to ensure the structural integrity and performance of steel buildings.
The 2016 Arkansas Steel Construction Code adopts the AISC 360-10 standard with specific amendments tailored to Arkansas’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that steel construction in Arkansas meets high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.

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