Adoption Info of Georgia Concrete Thin Shells Code 2014
- ACI 318-11 (Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete, specifically for Thin Shell Structures) with Georgia-specific amendments
Effective Dates
- January 1, 2014 – Present
Adopts with Amendments
- ACI 318-11 (Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete)
Scope
- The Georgia Concrete Thin Shells Code applies to the design, construction, and maintenance of thin-shell concrete structures, which are typically used in applications such as domes, curved roofs, and shells. This code provides guidelines for material strength, reinforcement, and design methods specific to thin-shell concrete to ensure stability and structural integrity while maintaining efficiency in construction.
Exception #1: Temporary thin-shell structures used in construction may not need to comply fully with the code if intended for short-term use and based on jurisdictional approval.
Exception #2: Non-structural architectural features with thin shells may follow alternate standards for aesthetic elements not intended to bear loads.
CODE REFERENCE GUIDE
| Area | Primary | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Thin Shell Design Requirements | ACI 318 | NONE |
| Reinforcement and Thickness | ACI 318 | NONE |
| Material Strength and Durability | ACI 318 | NONE |
| Load and Stress Analysis | ACI 318 | NONE |
| Inspection and Testing | ACI 318 | NONE |
| Stability under Wind and Seismic Loads | ACI 318 | ASCE 7 |
| Fire Resistance | ACI 318 | NFPA 101 |
| Architectural Applications | ACI 318 | NONE |
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