Adoption Info
Official title 2016 Oregon Seismic Steel Construction Code
Effective dates October 1, 2016 – Present
Adopts with amendments AISC 341-10, Seismic Provisions for Structural Steel Buildings
Read More: Oregon Precast Concrete Tolerances Code, 2009
Oregon Special Unbonded Post-Tensioned Precast Structural Walls Code, 2007
Overview The AISC 341 standard provides requirements for the seismic design and construction of structural steel buildings. It includes guidelines for materials, design, detailing, fabrication, and erection to ensure that steel structures can withstand seismic forces and perform reliably during earthquake events.
The 2016 Oregon Seismic Steel Construction Code adopts the AISC 341-10 standard with specific amendments tailored to Oregon’s unique seismic conditions. These modifications ensure that structural steel buildings in Oregon are designed and constructed to meet high standards of seismic performance, addressing local environmental and safety requirements.
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