Adoption Info of Georgia Masonry Specification Code 2016
- TMS 602-16 (Specification for Masonry Structures) with Georgia-specific amendments
Effective Dates
- January 1, 2016 – Present
Adopts with Amendments
- TMS 602-16 (Specification for Masonry Structures)
Scope
- The Georgia Masonry Specification Code 2016 applies to the materials, design, construction, and maintenance of masonry structures, including brick, block, and stone. This code provides guidelines for material quality, construction practices, reinforcement, and testing to ensure structural integrity, durability, and resistance to environmental factors for load-bearing and non-load-bearing masonry applications.
Exception #1: Non-structural masonry elements used for decorative purposes may follow alternative guidelines if they do not bear significant loads.
Exception #2: Temporary masonry structures used in construction may have reduced requirements based on the intended use and duration of the structure.
CODE REFERENCE GUIDE
| Area | Primary | Supplement |
|---|---|---|
| Masonry Material Specifications | TMS 602 | NONE |
| Reinforcement and Anchoring | TMS 602 | NONE |
| Mortar and Grout Requirements | TMS 602 | NONE |
| Construction Practices | TMS 602 | NONE |
| Load-Bearing Capacity | TMS 602 | NONE |
| Inspection and Testing | TMS 602 | NONE |
| Fire Resistance | TMS 602 | NFPA 101 |
| Seismic and Wind Load Compliance | TMS 602 | ASCE 7 |
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