Adoption Info Oregon Precast Concrete Diaphragm Connections for Earthquake Loading Code 2018
Official title 2018 Oregon Precast Concrete Diaphragm Connections for Earthquake Loading Code
Effective dates October 1, 2018 – Present
Adopts with amendments ACI 550.5-13, Code Requirements for the Design of Precast Concrete Diaphragm Connections for Earthquake Loading and Commentary
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Overview The ACI 550.5 standard provides requirements for the design of precast concrete diaphragm connections to resist earthquake loading. It includes guidelines for the design, detailing, and construction of connections to ensure the structural integrity and performance of precast concrete diaphragms during seismic events.
The 2018 Oregon Precast Concrete Diaphragm Connections for Earthquake Loading Code adopts the ACI 550.5-13 standard with specific amendments tailored to Oregon’s unique seismic conditions. These modifications ensure that precast concrete diaphragm connections in Oregon are designed and constructed to withstand earthquake forces, addressing local environmental and safety requirements.

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