Adoption Info
Official title 2021 Arkansas Wood Construction Wind and Seismic Code
Effective dates January 1, 2021 – Present
Adopts with amendments ANSI/AWC SDPWS-2021, Special Design Provisions for Wind and Seismic
Read More: Arkansas Steel Construction Code 2010
Arkansas Steel Construction Code 2016
Overview The ANSI/AWC SDPWS standard provides comprehensive requirements for the design and construction of wood structures to resist wind and seismic forces. It includes guidelines for materials, design criteria, detailing, and construction practices to ensure the structural integrity and performance of wood buildings during wind and seismic events.
The 2021 Arkansas Wood Construction Wind and Seismic Code adopts the ANSI/AWC SDPWS-2021 standard with specific amendments tailored to Arkansas’s unique conditions. These modifications ensure that wood construction in Arkansas meets high standards of safety, performance, and reliability, addressing local environmental and regulatory requirements.
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