12 Pipe Testing R. Kistler Revisions January 2015
• External load crushing strength test (ThreeEdge Bearing test) • Joint shear test • Offcenter joint test • Storm sewer and culvert joint test • Water tightness tests . 2/12/2015 3 5 6 Standard Test Methods For Concrete Pipe, Manhole Sections, Or Tile ASTM C497 . 2/12/2015 4 7 8 THREEEDGE BEARING TESTING • Understand what you are doing • Understand why you are doing it . 2/12