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Incorporating
Corrigendum No. 1

NATIONAL ANNEX

UK National Annex to
Eurocode 1: Actions on
structures –
Part 2: Traffic loads on bridges
ICS 91.010.30; 93.040

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Contents
Introduction 1
NA.1 Scope 1
NA.2 Nationally determined parameters 2
NA.3 Decision on the status of informative annexes 45
NA.4 References to non-contradictory complementary
information 46
Bibliography 47
List of figures
Figure NA.1 – Basic longitudinal configuration of SV model vehicles 5
Figure NA.2 – Basic longitudinal configuration of SOV model
vehicles 7
Figure NA.3 – Lateral wheel arrangement for trailer axles of all SOV
models 9
Figure NA.4 – Typical application of SV or SOV and Load Model 1
loading when the SV or SOV vehicle lies fully within a notional lane 11
Figure NA.5 – Typical application of SV or SOV and Load Model 1
loading when the SV or SOV vehicle straddles two adjacent lanes 11
Figure NA.6 – Vehicle model for abutments and wing walls 22
Figure NA.7 – Effective span calculation 27
Figure NA.8 – Relationships between k(fv) and mode
frequencies fv 27
Figure NA.9 – Reduction factor, *, to allow for the unsynchronized
combination of pedestrian actions within groups and crowds 28
Figure NA.10 – Response modifiers 31
Figure NA.11 – Lateral lock-in stability boundaries 33
Figure NA.12 – Flow chart for determining whether a dynamic analysis
is necessary for “simple” structures 36
Figure NA.13 – Flow chart for determining whether a dynamic analysis
is required for “simple” and “complex” structures 38
Figure NA.14 – Limits of bridge natural frequency nO in [Hz] as a
function of L in m 40
List of tables
Table NA.1 – Adjustment factors !Q and !q for Load Model 1 4
Table NA.2 – Dynamic Amplification Factors for the SV and SOV
vehicles 9
Table NA.3 – Assessment of groups of traffic loads (characteristic
values of the multi-component action) 14
Table NA.4 – Indicative numbers of heavy goods vehicles expected per
year and per lane in the United Kingdom 16
Table NA.5 – Set of equivalent lorries for Fatigue Load Model 4 18
Table NA.6 – Forces due to collision with vehicle restraint systems for
determining global effects 20
Table NA.7 – Recommended crowd densities for design 25
Table NA.8 – Parameters to be used in the calculation of pedestrian
response 27
Table NA.9 – Recommended values for the site usage factor k1 30
Table NA.10 – Recommended values for the route redundancy
factor k2 30

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Table NA.11 – Recommended values for the structure height

factor k3 30
Table NA.12 – Nominal longitudinal loads 34

Summary of pages
This document comprises a front cover, an inside front cover,
pages i and ii, pages 1 to 47 and a back cover.

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National Annex (informative) to

BS EN 1991-2:2003, Eurocode 1: Actions on
structures – Part 2: Traffic loads on bridges

Introduction
This document has been prepared by BSI Subcommittees B/525/1,
Actions (loadings) and basis of design. In the UK it is to be used in
conjunction with BS EN 1991-2:2003.

NA.1 Scope
This document gives:
a) the UK decisions for the Nationally Determined Parameters
described in the following subclauses of BS EN 1991-2:2003:

• 1.1 (3) • 4.7.3.3 (1) Notes 1 and 3

• 2.2 (2) Note 2 and (2)

• 2.3 (1) Note and (4) Note • 4.7.3.4 (1)

• 3 (5) • 4.8 (1) Note 2 and (3)

• 4.1 (1) Note 2 and (2) • 4.9.1 (1) Note 1

Note 1 • 5.2.3 (2)
• 4.2.1 (1) Note 2 and (2) • 5.3.2.1 (1)
• 4.2.3 (1) • 5.3.2.2 (1)
• 4.3.1 (2)(b) Note 2 • 5.3.2.3 (1) Note 1
• 4.3.2 (3) Notes 1 and 2 and (6) • 5.4 (2)
• 4.3.3 (2) and (4) • 5.6.1 (1)
• 4.3.4 (1) • 5.6.2.1 (1)
• 4.4.1 (2), (3) and (6) • 5.6.2.2 (1)
• 4.4.2 (4) • 5.6.3 (2) Note 2
• 4.5.1 (Table 4.4a Notes a • 5.7 (3)
and b) • 6.1 (2), (3)P and (7)
• 4.5.2 (1) Note 3 • 6.3.2 (3)P
• 4.6.1 (2) Note 2c), (3) Note 1 • 6.3.3 (4)P
and (6)
• 6.4.4 (1)
• 4.6.4 (3)
• 6.4.5.2 (3)P
• 4.6.5 (1) Note 2
• 6.4.5.3 (1) Table 6.2
• 4.6.6 (1)
• 4.7.2.1 (1
• 4.7.2.2 (1) Note 1

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• 6.4.6.1.1 (6) Table 6.4 and (7) • 6.5.4.6

• 6.4.6.1.2 (3) Table 6.5 • 6.5.4.6.1 (1) and (4)
• 6.4.6.3.1 (3) Table 6.6 • 6.6.1 (3)
• 6.4.6.3.2 (3) • 6.7.1 (2)P and (8)
• 6.4.6.3.3 (3) Notes 1 and 2 • 6.7.3 (1)P
• 6.4.6.4 (4) and (5) • 6.8.1 (11)P Table 6.10
• 6.5.1 (2) • 6.8.2 (2)
• 6.5.3 (5) and (9) • 6.8.3.1 (1)
• 6.5.4.1 (5) • 6.8.3.2 (1)
• 6.5.4.3 (2) Notes 1 and 2 • 6.9 (6)
• 6.5.4.4 (2) Note 1 • 6.9 (7)
• 6.5.4.5 • Annex C (3)P
• 6.5.4.5.1 (2) • Annex D (2)

b) the UK decisions on the status of BS EN 1991-2:2003 informative

annexes;
c) references to non-contradictory complementary information.

NA.2 Nationally determined parameters

NA.2.1 Complementary conditions
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 1.1 (3)]
The models given in NA.2.34 and NA.3.1 should be used for the design
of buried structures, retaining walls and tunnels, subject to road traffic
loading.

NA.2.2 Infrequent values of loads

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 2.2 (2) Note 2]
Infrequent values of loading should not be used.

NA.2.3 Appropriate protection against collision

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 2.3 (1)]
The requirements for protection against collision from road and rail
traffic should be determined for the individual project. See also NA.4.

NA.2.4 Impact forces due to boats, ships or aeroplanes

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 2.3 (4)]
For impact forces due to boat and ship impacts, refer to
BS EN 1991-1-7 and its National Annex.

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NA.2.5 Bridges carrying both road and rail traffic

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 3 (5)]
The rules for bridges intended for both road and rail traffic should be
determined for the individual project and should be based on, where
appropriate, the load models for road and rail traffic as defined in
BS EN 1991-2 and this National Annex.

NA.2.6 Models for loaded lengths greater than 200 m

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.1 (1) Note 2]
Load Model 1 may be used for loaded lengths up to 1 500 m.

NA.2.7 Weight restricted bridges

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.1 (2)]
For road bridges where effective means are provided to strictly limit the
weight of any vehicle, specific load models may be determined for the
individual project.

NA.2.8 Complementary load models

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.2.1 (1)]
Complementary load models and rules for their application may be
determined for the individual project. See also NA.2.34.

NA.2.9 Models for special vehicles

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.2.1 (2)]
Complementary load models for special vehicles and rules for their
application may be determined for the individual project. See
also NA.3.1.

NA.2.10 Conventional height of kerbs

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.2.3 (1)]
The minimum value of the height of a kerb for defining the carriageway
width should be taken as 75 mm.

NA.2.11 Use of Load Model 2

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.3.1 (2) (b)]
No additional information is provided.

NA.2.12 Adjustment factors ! for Load Model 1

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.3.2 (3) Notes 1 and 2]
The adjustment factors α for the Tandem System and the UDL should be
taken from Table NA.1.

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Table NA.1 Adjustment factors !Q and !q for Load Model 1

Location !Q for tandem axle loads !q for UDL loading

Lane 1 αQ1 = 1,0 αq1 = 0,61(See note)
Lane 2 αQ2 = 1,0 αq2 = 2,2
Lane 3 αQ3 = 1,0 αq3 = 2,2
Other lanes — αqn= 2,2
Remaining area — αqr = 2,2
NOTE !q1 should be taken as 1,0 for 4.4.1(2) of BS EN 1991-2

NA.2.13 Use of simplified alternative Load Models

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.3.2 (6)]
The simplified alternative load models given should not be used.

NA.2.14 Adjustment factor " for Load Model 2

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.3.3 (2)]
The recommended value for "Q should be used.

NA.2.15 Wheel contact surface for Load Model 2

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.3.3 (4)]
The contact surface of each wheel in Load Model 2 should be taken as
a square of sides 0.40 m.

NA.2.16 Load Model 3 (Special Vehicles)

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.3.4 (1)]
The following defines Load Model 3 and its conditions of use. They do
not describe actual vehicles but have been calibrated so that the effects
of the nominal axle weights, multiplied by the Dynamic Amplification
Factor, represent the maximum effects that could be induced by actual
vehicles in accordance with the Special Types General Order (STGO)
and Special Order (SO) Regulations.
The choice of the particular STGO or SO model vehicle for the design of
structures on motorways, trunk roads and other minor roads should be
determined for the individual project.

NA.2.16.1 Basic models for STGO vehicles

The following three SV model vehicles simulate vertical effects of
different types of STGO vehicles with nominal axle weights not
exceeding 16,5 tonnes.

NA.2.16.1.1 SV80
The SV80 vehicle is intended to model the effects of STGO Category 2
vehicles with a maximum gross weight of 80 tonnes and a maximum
basic axle load of 12,5 tonnes. Figure NA.1(a) gives the basic axle loads,
the plan and axle configuration for the SV80 vehicle.

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NA.2.16.1.2 SV100
The SV100 vehicle is intended to model the effects of STGO Category 3
vehicles with a maximum gross weight of 100 tonnes and a maximum
basic axle load of 16,5 tonnes.
Figure NA.1(b) gives the basic axle loads, the plan and axle
configuration for the SV100 vehicle.

NA.2.16.1.3 SV196
The SV196 model represents the effects of a single locomotive pulling
a STGO Category 3 load with a maximum gross weight of 150 tonnes
and a maximum basic axle load of 16,5 tonnes with the gross weight of
the vehicle train not exceeding 196 tonnes.
Figure NA.1(c) gives the basic axle loads, the plan and axle
configuration for the SV196 vehicle.
The wheel loads of all the three SV model vehicles should be uniformly
distributed over a square contact area as shown in Figure NA.1.

Figure NA.1 Basic longitudinal configuration of SV model vehicles

(a) SV80 Vehicle

130 130 130 130 130 130

kN kN kN kN kN kN

1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m

0.35 m
3
0.35 m
3.0 m

Key
1 = Outside track and overall vehicle width
2 = Critical of 1.2 m or 5.0 m or 9.0 m
3 = Direction of travel

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Figure NA.1 Basic longitudinal configuration of SV model vehicles

(continued)
(b) SV100 Vehicle
165 165 165 165 165 165
kN kN kN kN kN kN

1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m

0.35 m 3

0.35 m
3.0 m

2
Key
1 = Outside track and overall vehicle width
2 = Critical of 1.2 m or 5.0 m or 9.0 m
3 = Direction of travel

(c) SV196 Vehicle

165 165 165 165 165 165 165 165 165 180 180 100
kN kN kN kN kN kN kN kN kN kN kN kN

1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 1.2 m 4.0 m 1.6 m 4.4 m

0.35 m 3
3.0 m

0.35 m

2
Key
1 = Outside track and overall vehicle width
2 = Critical of 1.2 m or 5.0 m or 9.0 m
3 = Direction of travel

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NA.2.16.2 Basic models for Special Order Vehicles

The following four SOV model vehicles simulate vertical effects of
Special Order (SO) vehicles with trailer weights limited to:
i) SOV-250 – Maximum total weight of SO trailer units up
to 250 tonnes
ii) SOV-350 – Maximum total weight of SO trailer units up
to 350 tonnes
iii) SOV-450 – Maximum total weight of SO trailer units up
to 450 tonnes
iv) SOV-600 – Maximum total weight of SO trailer units up
to 600 tonnes.
The longitudinal configuration of the four model vehicles is shown in
Figure NA.2. The standard configuration has a trailer with two bogies
and two tractors; one pulling and one pushing. However, on structures
located on a stretch of road with a gradient steeper than 1 in 25, six
tractor units in any combination of pulling and pushing that produces
the worst effect, should be used for design.

Figure NA.2 Basic longitudinal configuration of SOV model vehicles

(a) SOV-250 Vehicle

165 165 165 165 165 165

100 kN kN kN kN 6 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 5 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 100 kN kN kN kN

1.85 m 5.0 m 1.5 m - 40 m 5.0 m 1.85 m

1.35 m 1.35 m
1.35 m 1.35 m

Tractor-1 Trailer Bogie-1 Trailer Bogie-2 Tractor-2

(b) SOV-350 Vehicle

165 165 165 165 165 165

100 kN kN kN kN 8 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 8 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 100 kN kN kN kN

1.85 m 5.0 m 1.5 m - 40 m 5.0 m 1.85 m

1.35 m 1.35 m
1.35 m 1.35 m

Tractor-1 Trailer Bogie-1 Trailer Bogie-2 Tractor-2

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Figure NA.2 Basic longitudinal configuration of SOV model vehicles

(continued)
(c) SOV-450 Vehicle

165 165 165 165 165 165

100 kN kN kN kN 10 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 10 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 100 kN kN kN kN

1.85 m 5.0 m 1.5 m - 40 m 5.0 m 1.85 m

1.35 m 1.35 m
1.35 m 1.35 m

Tractor-1 Trailer Bogie-1 Trailer Bogie-2 Tractor-2

(d) SOV-600 Vehicle

165 165 165 165 165 165

100 kN kN kN kN 14 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 13 axles x 225 kN @ 1.5 m 100 kN kN kN kN

1.85 m 5.0 m 1.5 m - 40 m 5.0 m 1.85 m

1.35 m 1.35 m
1.35 m 1.35 m

Tractor-1 Trailer Bogie-1 Trailer Bogie-2 Tractor-2

NOTE For simplicity, 6-axle trailer bogies are shown. The actual number of axles of trailer bogie should be
that stated above the figure.

The lateral wheel arrangement for the trailer axles of all the SOV model
vehicles is shown in Figure NA.3. All the wheels are of equal weight. The
contact surface of each wheel should be taken as a square of
sides 0,35 m.

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Figure NA.3 Lateral wheel arrangement for trailer axles of all SOV models

A
3.0

0.8 1.05 0.8

0.35
0.175 0.35 0.175

Key
A = Outside track and overall vehicle width, 3,0 m

The tractor axles of the model vehicles have two wheels, each of equal
weight and with square contact areas of side 0,35 m. The outside track
and overall width of the vehicle is 3,0 m.

NA.2.16.3 Dynamic amplification factors

In determining the load effects of SV and SOV vehicles, the basic axle
loads given in Figures NA.1 and NA.2 should be multiplied by the
appropriate Dynamic Amplification Factor (DAF) for each axle as given
in Table NA.2, depending on the value of the basic axle load.

Table NA.2 Dynamic Amplification Factors for the SV and SOV vehicles
Basic axle load DAF
100 kN 1,20
130 kN 1,16
165 kN 1,12
180 kN 1,10
225 kN 1,07

NA.2.16.4 Application of special vehicle models on the

carriageway
The SV or SOV vehicle loading should be combined with Load Model 1,
given in 4.3.2 of BS EN 1991-2, together with the load adjustment
factors given in NA.2.12 as follows.
i) Only one SV or SOV model vehicle should be considered on any
one superstructure.
ii) The Load Model 1 should be considered to be at the “frequent”
values as defined in 4.5 of BS EN 1991-2 and in BS EN 1990,
Annex A.2 and its National Annex. The loading should be applied
to each notional lane and the remaining area of the bridge deck.

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The SV or SOV vehicle can be placed at any transverse position on the

carriageway, either wholly within one notional lane or straddling two
adjacent lanes, with its side parallel to the kerb. The SV or SOV vehicle
should be placed at the most unfavourable position transversely and
longitudinally over the loaded length, in order to produce the most
severe load effect at the section being considered. The SV or SOV
vehicle should be applied on influence lines in its entirety and should not
be truncated.
Where the SV or SOV vehicle lies fully within a notional lane the
associated Load Model 1 loading should not be applied within 5 m from
the centre of outermost axles (front and rear) of the SV or SOV vehicle
in that lane as illustrated in Figure NA.4.
Where the SV or SOV vehicle lies partially within a notional lane and the
remaining width of the lane, measured from the side of the SV or SOV
vehicle to the far edge of the notional lane, is less than 2,5 m [see
Figure NA.5(a)], the associated Load Model 1 loading should not be
applied within 5 m of the centre of the outermost axles (front and rear)
of the SV or SOV vehicle in that lane.
Where the SV or SOV vehicle lies partially within a notional lane and the
remaining width of lane, measured from the side of the SV or SOV
vehicle to the far edge of the notional lane, is greater than or equal
to 2,5 m [see Figure NA.5(b)], the “frequent” value of the uniformly
distributed load of the Load Model 1 may be applied over the remaining
width of the notional lane (in addition to remaining parts of the lane).
The “frequent” value of the tandem system for that notional lane may be
applied anywhere along its length.
On the remaining lanes not occupied by the SV or SOV vehicle, the Load
Model 1 at its “frequent” value should be applied in accordance
with 4.3.2 of BS EN 1991-2.

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Figure NA.4 Typical application of SV or SOV and Load Model 1 loading

when the SV or SOV vehicle lies fully within a notional lane

1 2 3
D q1 \1,q q 1 D q2 \1,q q 2 D qr \1,q q r

D Q1 \1,Q Q 1
UDL
TS

5m
D Q2 \1,Q Q 2
A
SV/SOV TS
5m

UDL

3.0 m 3.0 m

Key
A = Direction of travel 1 = Lane 1 2 = Lane 2 3 = Remaining area

Figure NA.5 Typical application of SV or SOV and Load Model 1 loading

when the SV or SOV vehicle straddles two adjacent lanes
(a) Distance to the far edge < 2.5 m (b) Distance to the far edge ≥ 2.5 m

1 2 3 1 2 3
D q1 \1,q q 1 D q2 \1,q q 2 D qr \1,q q r D q1 \1,q q 1 D q2 \1,q q 2 D qr \1,q q r

D Q1 \1,Q Q 2 D Q2 \1,Q Q 1 D Q1 \1,Q Q 1

TS TS TS
<
5m

5m

2.5 m
A D Q2 \1,Q Q 2
< 2.5 m < 2.5 m < 2.5 m SV/SOV
SV/SOV
TS
5m

5m

UDL UDL UDL UDL

3.0 m 3.0 m 3.0 m 3.0 m

Key
A = Direction of travel 1 = Lane 1 2 = Lane 2 3 = Remaining area

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The notional lanes are located so as to produce the maximum load effect
at the part of the structure under consideration in accordance with 4.2.4
of BS EN 1991-2.

NA.2.17 Upper limit of the braking force on road bridges

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.4.1 (2)]
The upper limit for the braking force should be taken as 900 kN.

NA.2.18 Horizontal forces associated with Load Model 3

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.4.1 (3)]

NA.2.18.1 Longitudinal braking and acceleration forces

The longitudinal force should be taken as the more severe of either the
braking or the acceleration force, determined as below.
The characteristic value of longitudinal braking force on individual
axles, Qlk,S, expressed in kN, of special vehicles (both SV and SOV)
should be calculated as follows:
Qlk,S = $ w

Where $ is the deceleration factor and w is the basic axle load of the
relevant SV or SOV vehicle in kN shown in Figures NA.1, NA.2 and
NA.3. The value of $ should be taken as 0,5 for SV80, 0,40 for
SV100, 0,25 for the SV196 and 0,20 for all of the SOV model vehicles.
The acceleration force should be taken as 10% of the gross weight of the
SV or SOV vehicle and distributed between the axles and wheels in the
same proportion as the vertical loads.

NA.2.18.2 Centrifugal force

The characteristic value of centrifugal force from SV or SOV vehicles,
Qtk,S, should be calculated as follows and applied in a manner similar to
Qtk for normal traffic as given in BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.4.2.

100 × g × r
V = ρ { whichever is greater: 30 or } ≤ VLimit
r + 150
W × V2
Qtk, S =
g×r
Where:
V = velocity of the SV or SOV vehicle in m/sec
VLimit = speed limit on the road in m/sec
W = weight of the SV or SOV vehicle in kN
r = radius of curvature in m
g = acceleration due to gravity = 9.8 m/sec2
ρ = 0,86 for SV80, 0,77 for SV100, 0,55 for SV196, 0,41 for
SOV 250, 0,36 for SOV 350, 0,33 for SOV 450 and 0,30 for
SOV 600.
The centrifugal force should be distributed between axles and wheels in
the same proportion as the vertical loads.

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NA.2.19 Horizontal force transmitted by expansion

joints or applied to structural members
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.4.1 (6)]
The recommended value should be used.

NA.2.20 Lateral forces on road bridge decks

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.4.2 (4)]
The minimum transverse force due to skew braking or skidding, Qtrk,
should be taken as 50% of the longitudinal braking force, Qlk, for loaded
lengths up to 120 m. For loaded lengths greater than or equal to 120 m
a transverse force of 280 kN should be used.

NA.2.21 Groups of traffic loads

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.5.1 Table 4.4a Notes a)
and b)]
The groups of traffic loads should be taken as defined in Table NA.3
instead of Table 4.4a of BS EN 1991-2.

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Table NA.3 Assessment of groups of traffic loads (characteristic values of the multi-component action)
Load type Carriageway Footways and
cycletracks

Vertical forces Horizontal forces Vertical forces

only
Reference 4.3.2 4.3.3 Annex A 4.3.5 4.4.1 4.4.2 5.3.2.1
Equation (5.1)
Load system LM1 (TS and LM2 (Single LM3 (Special LM4 (Crowd Braking and Centrifugal and Uniformly
UDL) axle) vehicles) loading) acceleration transverse forces distributed load
forces
Groups of loads gr1a Characteristic 0.6 times
Characteristic
gr1b Characteristic
gr2 Frequent(4) Characteristic Characteristic
gr3(1) Characteristic
gr4 Characteristic Characteristic
gr5 Frequent(4) Characteristic
gr6 Characteristic Characteristic Characteristic
Dominant component action (the group is sometimes designated by this component for convenience).
(1) This group is irrelevant if gr4 is considered
(2) Characteristic value obtained from 5.3.2.1
(3) This is a reduced value accompanying the characteristic value of LM1 and should not be factored by ψ1. However, when gr1a is combined with leading non-traffic actions this
value should be factored by ψ0
(4) The ψ1 factors should be taken from the UK National Annex to BS EN 1990
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NA.2.22 Conditions for use of Fatigue Load Models

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.6.1 (2) Note 2c]
There are no special conditions for the use of Fatigue Load Model 1.
Fatigue Load Model 2 should only be used for cases where the fatigue
verification is not influenced by the simultaneous presence of several
lorries on the bridge, unless account of their presence is taken using the
following approach:
(i) Where bridge influence line lengths permit, the maximum and
minimum stresses caused by Fatigue Load Model 2 should be
obtained by considering the worst load effect of the most onerous
vehicle accompanied in the same lane, with a 40 m clearance, by the
lightest vehicle in Table 4.6 of BS EN 1991-2, if this causes a worse
load effect.
(ii) Where two or more notional lanes influence the design detail, the
maximum and minimum stresses should be obtained from Fatigue
Load Model 2 by placing the most onerous vehicle on the most
onerous part of the influence line in the most onerous lane, plus the
lightest vehicle on the most onerous part of the influence line in one
other lane.

NA.2.23 Definition of traffic categories and traffic flows

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.6.1 (3) Note 1]
Heavy goods vehicle numbers for use in fatigue design should be taken
as indicated in Table NA.4 with the additional Notes 4 and 5. Heavy
goods vehicle counts may be obtained from site surveys by doubling the
observed number of lorries with three or more axles.

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Table NA.4 Indicative numbers of heavy goods vehicles expected per year
and per lane in the United Kingdom
Traffic categories Nobs per lane (millions per year)

Type Carriageway No. of lanes per Each slow lane Each fast lane
layout carriageway
Motorway Dual 3 2.0 1.5
Motorway Dual 2 1.5 1
All purpose Dual 3
All purpose Dual 2 n/a
Slip road Single 2
All purpose Single 3 1.0 0
All purpose Single 2 0
Slip road Single 1 n/a
All purpose Single 2 0.5 0
Local (low lorry flow) Single 2 0.05 0
NOTE 1 Notes 1 and 2 in BS EN 1991-2 may be disregarded for UK purposes.
NOTE 2 There is no general relation between traffic categories for fatigue verifications, and the loading classes
and associated α factors mentioned in 4.2.2 and 4.3.2.
NOTE 3 Intermediate values of Nobs are not excluded, but are unlikely to have significant effect on the fatigue
life.
NOTE 4 Basing the numbers of heavy goods vehicles on counts of multi-axled lorries ensures a reasonably
reliable match between the codified traffic model and the number and types of vehicle that cause the most fatigue
damage in the actual traffic.
NOTE 5 The values presented in Table NA.4 are design values that are intended to reflect approximate road
capacities, and they may not match observations of current usage. Traffic flows at a small number of sites may
exceed these values, but the differences are unlikely to have a very significant influence on designs.

NA.2.24 Dynamic additional amplification factor due to

expansion joints [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.6.1 (6)]
The recommended value should be used.

NA.2.25 Fatigue Load Model 3

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.6.4 (3)]
The conditions of application for two vehicles in the same lane should
be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.26 Fatigue Load Model 4 [BS EN 1991-2:2003,

4.6.1 (2) Note 2(e), 4.6.5 (1) Note 2]
As allowed in 4.6.5(1) Note 2 and 4.6.1(2) Note 2(e), the Fatigue Load
Model 4 as defined below, along with the rules for its application, should
be used in place of the model given in 4.6.5 of BS EN 1991-2.
Fatigue Load Model 4 may be used where the application of
models 1, 2 and 3 all fail to provide sufficient fatigue life. Fatigue Load
Model 4 may also be used when the influence line length, for details
sensitive to fatigue, is short enough to have reversals of sign within a
loaded length that is similar to typical vehicle wheel and axle spacings.

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The standard lorries given in Table NA.5 for Fatigue Load Model 4
should be used for fatigue design on all routes in the UK. Where the
length of the influence line permits, and/or where two or more notional
lanes influence the design detail, Fatigue Load Model 4 should be
applied as follows.
The fatigue damaging stress cycles due to the transit of Fatigue Load
Model 4 lorries should be assessed and counted using the rainflow
counting procedure described in BS EN 1993-1-9. Fatigue damage
should be assessed on the basis of stress cycles calculated from two
traffic lanes only. These lanes (described as lanes 1 and 2 for the
purpose of this clause) are the two notional lanes that individually cause
the most theoretical fatigue damage in the component under
consideration. Vehicle numbers in these lanes should be obtained from
Table NA.4.
Damage summation Dd is obtained by adding contributions from the
following cases.
i) Lane 1 traffic alone, with 80% of lane 1 lorry numbers.
ii) 20% of lane 1 traffic running in convoy with vehicles at 40 m
spacing, centre of rearmost axle of front vehicle to centre of
foremost axle of vehicle behind.
iii) Lane 2 traffic alone, with 80% of lane 2 lorry numbers.
iv) 20% of lane 2 traffic running in convoy with vehicles at 40 m
spacing, centre of rearmost axle of front vehicle to centre of
foremost axle of vehicle behind.
The effect of side-by-side running should be allowed for by multiplying
the total damage, Dd, by factor Kb.Z, where: Kb = ratio of the maximum
stress range caused by single vehicles in lane 2 to the maximum stress
range caused by single vehicles in lane 1, and:
i) if loaded length ≤ 3,0 m, Z = 1,0;
ii) if 3,0 m < loaded length < 20 m, Z varies linearly in proportion
to the logarithm of the loaded length from 1,0 to 1,5;
iii) if loaded length ≥ 20 m, Z=1,5.

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Table NA.5 Set of equivalent lorries for Fatigue Load Model 4
Total Chassis type Average spacings, m Loading Total Axle loads, kN No in each Vehicle
axles group weight group per Designation
kN million
commercial
vehicles
18 Girder trailer H 3680 80 160 160 240(6no.) 240(6no.) 80 160 160 10 18GT-H
and 2 tractors M 1520 80 160 160 60(6no.) 60(6no.) 80 160 160 30 18GT-M
9 Girder trailer H 1610 70 140 140 210 210 210 210 210 210 20 9TT-H
and tractor M 750 50 110 110 80 80 80 80 80 80 40 9TT-M
7 Girder trailer H 1310 70 140 140 240 240 240 240 30 7GT-H
and tractor M 680 60 130 130 90 90 90 90 70 7GT-M

Articulated H 790 70 100 100 130 130 130 130 20 7A-H

5
Articulated H2 630 70 130 130 150 150 280 5A-H2

H 380 70 100 70 70 70 90 500 5A-H

M 300 50 70 60 60 60 90 000 5A-M
L 190 40 60 30 30 30 90 000 5A-L
4 Articulated H 240 40 80 60 60 45 000 4A-H
M 175 40 55 40 40 45 000 4A-M
L 145 35 50 30 30 45 000 4A-L
Rigid H 280 50 50 90 90 8 000 4R-H
M 240 40 40 80 80 8 000 4R-M
L 120 20 20 40 40 8 000 4R-L
3 Articulated Not used 3A
Rigid H 240 60 90 90 10 000 3R-H
M 195 45 75 75 10 000 3R-M
L 120 60 45 45 10 000 3R-L
2 Rigid H 135 50 85 170 000 2R-H
M 65 30 35 170 000 2R-M
L 30 15 15 200 000 2R-L
Key
O = Special axle. Applies to all vehicles over 5 axles with 2–8 tyres and outer track 2,4 m to 3,4 m. Specific vehicle axle arrangements are to be defined for the individual project.
= Steering axle. 2 tyre, 2,0 m track
= Standard axle. 4 tyre, 1,8 m track
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NA.2.27 Fatigue Load Model 5 (based on recorded traffic

data) [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.6.6 (1)]
The derivation of a site-specific model should be considered as follows:
i) where knowledge of local traffic conditions is poor;
ii) where local circumstances are very particular (e.g. sea ports).
The fatigue damaging stress cycles due to transit of recorded lorries
should be assessed and counted using the rainflow counting procedure
described in BS EN 1993-1-9. Fatigue damage should be assessed on
the basis of stress cycles calculated from two traffic lanes only. These
lanes (described as lanes 1 and 2) are the two traffic lanes that
individually cause the most theoretical fatigue damage in the
component under consideration.
The stress cycles obtained from analysis of recorded traffic data should
be multiplied by a Dynamic Amplification Factor :fat which can be taken
as :fat = 1.2 for a pavement surface of “good” roughness and :fat = 1.4
for a pavement of “medium” roughness. An additional Dynamic
Amplification Factor should be applied for locations close to expansion
joints as given in 4.6.1(6) (See also Annex B of BS EN 1991-2).
The procedure for damage summation Dd should be as that given in
NA.2.26 for Fatigue Load Model 4.

NA.2.28 Collision forces on piers and other supporting

members [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.2.1 (1)]
For the application of this clause, refer to BS EN 1991-1-7 and its
National Annex.

NA.2.29 Collision forces on decks

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.2.2 (1) Note 1]
For the application of this clause, refer to BS EN 1991-1-7 and its
National Annex.

NA.2.30 Effects of collision forces on vehicle restraint

systems [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.3.3]

NA.2.30.1 [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.3.3 (1) Note 1]

The appropriate class of forces given in Table NA.6 should be selected
in place of Table 4.9(n) of BS EN 1991-2, depending on specific
applications.

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Table NA.6 Forces due to collision with vehicle restraint systems for
determining global effects
Class Transverse force Longitudinal force Vertical force Examples of applications
(kN) (kN) (kN)
A 100 — — Normal containment flexible
parapets (e.g. metal post and rail
parapets)
B 200 — — Normal containment rigid
parapets (e.g. reinforced
concrete parapets)
C 400 100 175 Very high containment flexible
parapets (e.g. metal post and rail
parapets)
D 600 100 175 Very high containment rigid
parapets (e.g. reinforced
concrete parapets)

The forces in Table NA.6 should be applied uniformly over a length

of 3 m at the top of the traffic face of the vehicle restraint system and in
a position along the line of the vehicle restraint system that produces
the maximum effects on the part of the structure under consideration.

NA.2.30.2 [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.3.3 (1) Note 3]

The vertical forces acting simultaneously with the collision forces
should be taken as 0,75 times the loading given by Load Model 1
in 4.3.2 of BS EN 1991-2 and the full accidental wheel/vehicle loading
given in 4.7.3.1 of BS EN 1991-2. The three sets of forces should be
applied in a way that will have the most severe effect on the part of the
structure under consideration.

NA.2.30.3 [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.3.3 (2) Note]

The recommended value should be used.

NA.2.31 Collision forces on structural members

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.7.3.4(1)]
Structural members above or beside the carriageway level should be
provided with protective measures e.g. barriers. If not, the following
options should be considered.
i) Design for vehicle collision forces; see BS EN 1991-2, 4.7.2.1
and NA.2.28.
ii) Design for nominal vehicle collision forces for the provision of
minimum robustness and for the situation where damage or
failure to the structural member will not cause collapse of the
structure; see BS EN 1991-2, 4.7.3.4 (2). These nominal vehicle
collision forces should be determined for the individual project.
Strategies for accidental design situations are set out in
BS EN 1991-1-7 and its NA.

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NA.2.32 Actions on pedestrian parapets

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.8 (1) Note 2]
The required class of pedestrian parapet for the particular situation
should be chosen in accordance with EN 1317-6 and determined for the
individual project. The characteristic value of forces transferred to the
structure should be taken as the design loads given in EN 1317-6 for the
relevant class of pedestrian parapet.
For the design of the supporting structure the minimum horizontal load
should be taken as 1,6 kN/m, corresponding to Class E, for normal
situations, and 3.0 kN/m2, corresponding to Class J, for exceptional
situations where crowding can occur. The horizontal load should be
applied at the top of the pedestrian parapet and should be considered to
act simultaneously with the uniformly distributed vertical loads defined
in 5.3.2.1 of BS EN 1991-2.

NA.2.33 Supporting structures to pedestrian parapets,

which are not adequately protected against
vehicle collisions [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.8 (3)]
The recommended value should be used.

NA.2.34 Model for vertical loads on backfill behind

abutments and wing walls adjacent to bridges
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 4.9.1 (1) Note 1]

NA.2.34.1 General
For determining the vertical and horizontal pressures in the backfill
behind an abutment or wing wall, the carriageway located behind the
abutments is loaded with the vehicle loads as described in NA.2.34.2
and NA.2.34.3. These vehicle loads should be considered as
characteristic loads.

NA.2.34.2 Loading from normal traffic

The model vehicle with the configuration given in Figure NA.6 should
be used. Each axle consists of two wheels of equal weight at a distance
apart of 2,0 m to the centre line of each wheel. The contact surface of
each wheel should be taken as a square of sides 0,40 m.

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Figure NA.6 Vehicle model for abutments and wing walls

65 65 115 75
kN kN kN kN

1.2 m 3.9 m 1.3 m

1
0.40 m

0.40 m
2.0 m

Key
1 = Direction of travel

All the axle loads given in Figure NA.6 should be multiplied by an

Overload Factor of 1,5 and a Dynamic Amplification Factor of 1,4. The
effect of the Dynamic Amplification Factor on vertical and horizontal
earth pressure may be considered to reduce linearly from 1,4 at surface
level to 1,0 at a depth of 7,0 m. Where appropriate, detailed modelling
may be used to determine more accurately the variation of Dynamic
Amplification Factor with depth. Vehicles should be positioned in a
maximum of three adjacent notional lanes. The axle loads for the vehicle
in the third lane should be factored by a lane factor of 0,5.
The maximum load effect from the following two cases should be used
for design.
i) A single vehicle in each notional lane.
ii) Convoy of vehicles in each notional lane with the Dynamic
Amplification Factor set to 1,0 (represents a traffic jam
situation).
The vehicles within each lane should be positioned, laterally and
longitudinally, to maximize the load effects at the part of the structure
under consideration. However, a minimum lateral spacing of 1.0 m is
maintained between the centrelines of wheels from two adjacent
vehicles. In the case of a convoy of vehicles a minimum longitudinal
spacing of 3.0 m should be kept between the last axle of the leading
vehicle and the first axle of the trailing vehicle.
Where the load model behind the abutment is applied in conjunction
with either Load Model 1 or Load Model 2 on the deck, the two load
models should be applied simultaneously, without modification to their
rules of application.

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The load model should be considered to form part of gr1a and gr1b, in
which it should be applied at its characteristic value, and gr2, in which it
should be applied at its frequent value (see Table NA.3). Combination
factors for the load model should be taken equal to those for the tandem
axle system of Load Model 1.

NA.2.34.3 Loading from special vehicles

The abutments and wing walls adjacent to bridges should be designed
for the effects of special vehicles (both SV and SOV models) where
required.
The special vehicles for Load Model 3, given in NA.2.16, along with the
rules of its application, should be used for this purpose. For the
evaluation of vertical and horizontal pressures, due to vehicle loading
behind the abutment, only one SV or SOV vehicle model, appropriate to
the road class, and in one notional lane, should be considered. The
vehicle load model given in NA.2.34.2 may be applied in two adjacent
lanes but with all the axle loads multiplied by a factor of 0,75.
The effect of the Dynamic Amplification Factor on vertical and
horizontal earth pressure may be considered to reduce linearly from the
values given in Table NA.2 at the surface to 1,0 at a depth of 7,0 m.
Where appropriate, detailed modelling may be used to determine more
accurately the variation of the Dynamic Amplification Factor with
depth.

NA.2.35 Load models for inspection gangways

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.2.3 (2)]
The recommended model in BS EN 1991-2 should be used.

NA.2.36 Uniformly distributed load

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.3.2.1 (1)]
Where the risk of a continuous dense crowd exists (e.g. footbridges
serving a sports stadium) the Load Model 4 defined in 4.3.5 of
BS EN 1991-2, corresponding to qfk = 5,0 kN/m2 should be used. In
other cases, the uniformly distributed load, qfk, should be taken as
follows.

120 2
q fk = 2, 0 + ------------------- kN ⁄ m
L + 10
2 2
2,5 kN ⁄ m ≤ q fk ≤ 5,0 kN ⁄ m

Where L is the loaded length in m.

NA.2.37 Concentrated load

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.3.2.2 (1)]
The characteristic value of the concentrated load Qfwk given in
BS EN 1991-2 should be used.

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NA.2.38 Service vehicle [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.3.2.3 (1)

Note 1]
Where footbridges do not have permanent provisions to prevent the
entry of vehicles on to the footbridge, the vehicle model given in
Figure 5.2 of BS EN 1991-2 with characteristic axle loads,
Qsv1 = 115 kN and Qsv2 = 65 kN should be used.

NA.2.39 Horizontal force on footbridges

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.4 (2)]
The recommended values should be used.

NA.2.40 General actions for accidental design situations

for footbridges [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.6.1 (1)]
No additional information is provided.

NA.2.41 Collision forces on piers of footbridges

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.6.2.1 (1)]
For application, refer to BS EN 1991-1-7 and its National Annex.

NA.2.42 Collision forces on decks of footbridges

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.6.2.2 (1)]
For application, refer to BS EN 1991-1-7 and its National Annex.

NA.2.43 Accidental presence of a heavy vehicle

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.6.3 (2)]
The characteristics of a vehicle, which may be accidentally present on
the footbridge where no permanent obstacle is provided, is defined
in NA.2.38. Alternative load model characteristics may be determined
for the individual project.

NA.2.44 Dynamic models for pedestrian actions on

footbridges [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 5.7 (3)]

NA.2.44.1 General
Dynamic models for pedestrian loads and associated comfort criteria
are given below. Two distinct analyses are required:
a) the determination of the maximum vertical deck acceleration and
its comparison with the comfort criteria (as described in
NA.2.44.3 to NA.2.44.6), and
b) an analysis to determine the likelihood of large synchronized
lateral responses (as described in NA.2.44.7).
For unusual bridges, or in circumstances where other responses or
response mechanisms are likely to cause discomfort (for example the
wind buffeting of pedestrian bridges over railways), the effects of
actions other than those described should be considered.

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The following activities are not included and any associated

requirements should be determined for the individual project:
• mass gathering (for example marathons, demonstrations);
• deliberate pedestrian synchronization;
• vandal loading.

NA.2.44.2 Dynamic actions to be considered

(1) All bridges should be categorized into bridge classes by their usage
to determine the appropriate actions due to pedestrians. Group
sizes for each bridge class should be applied as given in
Table NA.7.

Table NA.7 Recommended crowd densities for design

Bridge class Bridge usage Group size Group size Crowd density
(walking) (jogging) ρ
(persons/m2)
(walking)
A Rural locations seldom used and in sparsely N=2 N=0 0
populated areas.
B Suburban location likely to experience slight N = 4 N=1 0.4
variations in pedestrian loading intensity on an
occasional basis.
C Urban routes subject to significant variation in N = 8 N=2 0.8
daily usage (e.g. structures serving access to
offices or schools).
D Primary access to major public assembly N = 16 N=4 1.5
facilities such as sports stadia or major public
transportation facilities.

(2) Crowd loading densities to be used in design should be determined

for the individual project and be appropriate for the intended
bridge usage. Table NA.7 provides recommended values of crowd
densities for each bridge class.
(3) Depending on the expected bridge usage, it may be determined
that jogging cases given in Table NA.7 can be neglected for
individual projects.

NA.2.44.3 Vertical response calculations

(1) It should be demonstrated that the peak vertical deck accelerations
determined for the actions described in NA.2.44.4 and NA.2.44.5
are less than the limits defined in NA.2.44.6.
(2) In calculating the peak vertical deck accelerations account should
be taken of the following.
• The load models provided should be applied in order to
determine the maximum vertical acceleration at the most
unfavourable location on the footbridge deck.
• The calculated vertical responses should include the effect of
torsional or other motions.
• Modes other than the fundamental mode may need to be taken
into account in order to calculate the maximum responses.

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• When the vertical deck modes are not well separated,

consideration should be given to the use of more sophisticated
methods of analysis, in order to determine combined mode
responses. In all cases, it is conservative to use the vector sum
of the peak accelerations for those modes that need such
combination.

NA.2.44.4 Dynamic actions representing the passage of single

pedestrians and pedestrian groups
(1) The design maximum vertical accelerations that result from single
pedestrians or pedestrian groups should be calculated by assuming
that these are represented by the application of a vertical pulsating
force F (N), moving across the span of the bridge at a constant
speed vt, as follows:

F = F 0 .k ( f v ). 1 + γ . ( N – 1 ). sin ( 2π.f v .t )

Where:
N is the number of pedestrians in the group obtained from
NA.2.44.2.
F0 is the reference amplitude of the applied fluctuating force
(N) given in Table NA.8 (and represents the maximum
amplitude of the applied pedestrian force at the most likely
pace frequency).
fv is the natural frequency (Hz) of the vertical mode under
consideration.
k(fv) given in Figure NA.8, is a combined factor to deal with (a)
the effects of a more realistic pedestrian population, (b)
harmonic responses and (c) relative weighting of pedestrian
sensitivity to response.
t elapsed time (seconds).
γ is a reduction factor to allow for the unsynchronized
combination of actions in a pedestrian group, is a function
of damping and effective span, and is obtained from
Figure NA.9.
Seff is an effective span length (m) equal to the area enclosed by
the vertical component of the mode shape of interest divided
by 0.634 times the maximum of the vertical component of
the same mode shape (see Figure NA.7).
(In all cases it is conservative to use Seff = S).
S is the span of the bridge (m).

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Figure NA.7 Effective span calculation

Area A + Area B
S eff
0.634. Jmax
Jmax

2 S eff
O 0.634
S
1
S

Key
1 = Area B 2 = Area A

Table NA.8 Parameters to be used in the calculation of pedestrian response

Load parameters Walking Jogging
Reference load, F0 (N) 280 910
Pedestrian crossing speed, vt (m/sec) 1,7 3

Figure NA.8 Relationships between k(fv) and mode frequencies fv

1.4
A
B
1.2
1

0.8
2
0.6

0.4

0.2

0
0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

1
Key
A = Walking
B = Jogging/running
1 = Mode frequency fv (Hz)
2 = Combined population and harmonic factor k(fv)

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Figure NA.9 Reduction factor, *, to allow for the unsynchronized

combination of pedestrian actions within groups and crowds

0.8

10
0.7

0.6

0.5
12
B
0.4
15 1
2
0.3 20
30

0.2 40
60
100
200
0.1
300

0
0 0.02 0.04 0.06 0.08 0.1 0.12 0.14 0.16 0.18 0.20

A
Key
1 = Pedestrian groups
2 = Crowd loading
A = Structural damping – logarithmic decrement, $
B = Reduction factor on effective number of pedestrians, *
NOTE All curves represent the variation of the reduction factor with structural damping for the value of
effective span, Seff (m), given

NA.2.44.5 Steady state modelling of pedestrians in crowded

conditions
(1) The design maximum vertical accelerations that result from
pedestrians in crowded conditions may be calculated by assuming
that these are represented by a vertical pulsating distributed load
w (N/m2), applied to the deck for a sufficient time so that steady
state conditions are achieved as follows:
F
w = 1.8 ⎛ ------0⎞ .k ( f v ). γ .N ⁄ λ . sin ( 2 π .f v .t )
⎝ A⎠

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Where:
N is the total number of pedestrians distributed over the span
S.
N = ρA = ρ S b
ρ is the required crowd density obtained from NA.2.44.2 but
with a maximum value of 1.0 persons/m2. (This is because
crowd densities greater than this value produce less vertical
response as the forward motion slows.)
S is the span of the bridge (m)
b is the width of the bridge subject to pedestrian loading
γ is a factor to allow for the unsynchronized combination of
actions in a crowd and is obtained from Figure NA.9.
λ is a factor that reduces the effective number of pedestrians
when loading from only part of the span contributes to the
mode of interest. λ = 0.634(Seff / S).
For other symbols see NA.2.44.4 (1).
(2) In order to obtain the most unfavourable effect this loading should
be applied over all relevant areas of the footbridge deck with the
direction of the force varied to match the direction of the vertical
displacements of the mode for which responses are being
calculated.
(3) Understanding of the dynamic response of structures in crowded
conditions is still evolving and there is evidence to suggest that the
peak acceleration arising from the application of w as specified in
NA.2.44.5 (1) may be conservative in some cases. Alternatively
appropriate dynamic models may be determined for the individual
project.

NA.2.44.6 Recommended serviceability limits for use in design

(1) The maximum vertical acceleration calculated from the above
actions should be less than the design acceleration limit given by:
alimit = 1.0 k1 k2 k3 k4 m/s2
and 0.5 m/s2 ≤ alimit ≤ 2,0 m/s2
Where:
k1, k2 and k3 are the response modifiers taken from Tables NA.9
to NA.11 in which:
k1 = site usage factor
k2 = route redundancy factor
k3 = height of structure factor.
k4 is an exposure factor which is to be taken as 1.0 unless
determined otherwise for the individual project. See also
NA.2.44.6 (2).

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Table NA.9 Recommended values for the site usage factor k1

Bridge function k1
Primary route for hospitals or other high sensitivity routes 0,6
Primary route for school 0.8
Primary routes for sports stadia or other high usage routes 0.8
Major urban centres 1,0
Suburban crossings 1,3
Rural environments 1,6

Table NA.10 Recommended values for the route redundancy factor k2

Route redundancy k2
Sole means of access 0,7
Primary route 1,0
Alternative routes readily available 1,3

Table NA.11 Recommended values for the structure height factor k3

Bridge height k3
Greater than 8 m 0,7
4 m to 8 m 1,0
Less than 4 m 1,1

Values of k1, k2 and k3 other than those given in Tables NA.9 to NA.11
may be determined for the individual project using Figure NA.10 as a
guide.

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Figure NA.10 Response modifiers

2
1.5

1 1
0.5
0

Site usage Primary Primary Major

Suburban Rural
factor k1 route for route urban
crossings environments
hospital for school centres

Route Alternative routes

Sole means of access Primary readily available without
redundancy
route additional hazard to user
factor k2

Height of Less
structure Greater than 8 m 4-8 m than
factor k3 4m

Key
1 = Response modifier, ki

(2) k4 may be assigned a value of between 0.8 and 1.2 to reflect other
conditions that may affect the users’ perception towards vibration.
These may include consideration of parapet design (such as
height, solidity or opacity), quality of the walking surface (such as
solidity or opacity) and provision of other comfort-enhancing
features. The value to be taken should be determined for the
individual project.
(3) For some types of bridges (for example bridges in remote
locations), less onerous design limits may be applied, where a
suitable risk assessment has been carried out. Any relaxation of
the design limits should be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.44.7 The avoidance of unstable lateral responses due to

crowd loading
(1) Structures should be designed to avoid unintended unstable lateral
responses.
(2) If there are no significant lateral modes with frequencies
below 1.5 Hz it may be assumed that unstable lateral responses
will not occur.
(3) For all other situations, it should be demonstrated that unstable
lateral responses due to crowd loading will not occur, using the
following method.

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For all deck modes of vibration having a significant lateral

horizontal component and a frequency below 1.5 Hz, compare the
pedestrian mass damping parameter, D, and the mode frequency
with the stability boundary defined in Figure NA.11. If the
pedestrian mass damping parameter falls below the indicated
boundary divergent lateral responses may be expected. Values
above the line should be stable.
The pedestrian mass damping parameter D is given by:
m bridge . ξ
D = --------------------------------
m pedestrian

m bridge is the mass per unit length of the bridge

m pedestrian is the mass per unit length of pedestrians for the

relevant crowd density obtained from NA.2.44.2
assuming that each pedestrian weighs 70 kg
ξ is the structural damping when expressed as a
damping ratio, ξ = δ ⁄ ( 2π )
δ logarithmic decrement of decay of vibration between
successive peaks

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Figure NA.11 Lateral lock-in stability boundaries

1.8

1.6

1.4

1.2

B
1

D
0.8

0.6

0.4

C
0.2

0
0 0.2 0.4 0.6 0.8 1 1.2 1.4 1.6 1.8

A
Key
A = Frequency of lateral mode (Hz)
B = Pedestrian mass damping parameter, D
C = Unstable
D = Stable
NOTE Reliable test measurements are only available for footbridge lateral frequencies in the range
of 0.5 to 1.1 Hz. The extensions to the stability curve beyond this region are based upon a theoretical model
of response only and should be used with caution.

NA.2.45 Alternative load models for railway bridges

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.1 (2)]
Alternative load models for non-public footpaths and actions due to
traction and braking should be as set out in the following.

NA.2.45.1 Actions for non-public footpaths

The values recommended in 6.3.7 of BS EN 1991-2 should be used
except as follows.
6.3.7 (2) In addition, where the walkway supports a cable route, an
allowance of 1 kN/m or the actual weight of the cables, whichever is
greater.

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6.3.7 (3) For the design of local elements a concentrated load

Qk = 2,0 kN applied to a circular area of 100 mm diameter, or a
concentrated load of 1 kN, whichever has the more severe effect.
6.3.7 (4) Horizontal handrail loading of 0.74 kN/m or a horizontal force
of 0.5 kN applied at any point to the top rail, whichever has the more
severe effect.

NA.2.45.2 Actions due to traction and braking

Actions due to traction and braking should be taken as the greater of
equations 6.20 and 6.21, or the following.
i) Provision should be made for the nominal loads due to traction
and application of brakes as given in Table NA.12. These loads
are considered as acting at rail level in a direction parallel to the
tracks. No addition for dynamic effects should be made to the
longitudinal loads calculated as specified in this subclause.
ii) For bridges supporting ballasted track, up to one-third of the
longitudinal loads may be assumed to be resisted by track
outside the bridge structure, provided that no expansion
switches or similar rail discontinuities are located on, or
within, 18 m of either end of the bridge.
iii) Structures and elements carrying single tracks should be
designed to carry the larger of the two loads produced by
traction and braking in either direction parallel to the track.
iv) Where a structure or an element carries two tracks, both tracks
are considered as being occupied simultaneously. Where the
tracks carry traffic in opposite directions, the load due to
braking should be applied to one track and the load due to
traction to the other. Structures and elements carrying two
tracks in the same direction should be subjected to braking or
traction on both tracks, whichever gives the greater effect.
Consideration should be given to braking and traction, acting in
opposite directions, producing rotational effects.
v) Where elements carry more than two tracks, longitudinal loads
should be considered as applied simultaneously to two tracks
only.

Table NA.12 Nominal longitudinal loads

Standard loading Load arising Loaded length Longitudinal
type from load
(m) (kN)
Load Model 71, Traction (30% of up to 3 150
SW/0 and HSLM load on driving from 3 to 5 225
wheels)
from 5 to 7 300
from 7 to 25 24 (L – 7) + 300
over 25 750
Braking (25% of up to 3 125
load on braked from 3 to 5 187
wheels)
from 5 to 7 250
over 7 20 (L – 7) + 250

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NA.2.46 Other types of railways

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.1 (3)P]
The loading and characteristic values of actions should be determined
for the individual project (for example for light rail systems and
underground railways).

NA.2.47 Temporary bridges [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.1 (7)]

The requirements for temporary railway bridges should be determined
for the individual project.

NA.2.48 Values of α factor

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.3.2 (3)P]
The value of α should be taken as 1.1.
Alternative values of α may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.49 Choice of lines for heavy rail traffic

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.3.3 (4)P]
Generally there is no requirement to design for SW/2 loading in the UK.
Alternative requirements for heavy rail traffic may be determined for the
individual project.

NA.2.50 Alternative requirements for a dynamic analysis

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.4 (1)]
The requirements for determining whether a dynamic analysis is
required (in addition to static analysis) are shown in Figures NA.12
and NA.13. Figure NA.12 is only applicable to simple structures that
exhibit only longitudinal line beam behaviour. Figure NA.13 is
applicable to both simple and complex structures.
NOTE 1 When determining whether a dynamic analysis is required it is
essential to differentiate between simple and complex structures, i.e. those
which exhibit only longitudinal line beam behaviour and may be
represented by line beams, and those that exhibit longitudinal/transverse
behaviour which require more complex representation/modelling.
NOTE 2 Simple structures which exhibit longitudinal line beam
behaviour with insignificant contributions from other dynamic modes will
generally comprise of deck type structures of slab, beam and slab or box
and slab construction where the tracks are located over the webs of
longitudinal spanning elements and where the deck/floor elements are not
required to directly distribute axle/wheel load effects to the longitudinal
elements by transverse bending.
NOTE 3 Complex structures require deck/floor elements to distribute
axle/wheel loads to primary longitudinal elements. Complex structures
will typically include through/half through structures with primary
transverse spanning deck/floors, as well as deck type structures of beam
and slab (or box and slab) construction where the deck/floor elements are
required to distribute loads to the longitudinal elements in bending.

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Figure NA.12 Flow chart for determining whether a dynamic analysis is

necessary for “simple” structures

Start

Y
V 200 km/h

L 40 m Y
(see Note 1)

n0
within limits N
of Figure
NA.14
Accepted n0
Y Accepted N within limits
by relevant
of Figure
authority
NA.14
Not
N Y accepted Y
nT 1.2 n0

N
Is Skew 15 Redesign

For the dynamic analysis For the dynamic analysis

use the eigenforms for may use the eigenforms for
torsion and for bending bending only

Dynamic analysis not required.

Dynamic analysis required. Acceleration check and fatigue
Calculate bridge deck check at resonance not required.
acceleration and Use in accordance with
etc, and undertake EN 1991-2 6.4.5
fatigue check (see Notes 4 and 5)

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Where:
V is the maximum line speed at the site (km/h)
L is the span length (m)
n0 is the first natural bending frequency of the bridge loaded by
permanent actions (Hz)
nT is the first natural torsional frequency of the bridge loaded by
permanent actions (Hz)
NOTE 1 Simply supported structure only with negligible skew and rigid
supports.
NOTE 2 For bridges with a first natural frequency within the limits given
by Figure NA.9 and a maximum line speed at the site Vline not
exceeding 200 km/h a dynamic analysis is not required.
NOTE 3 ϕ ½dyn is the dynamic impact increment for Real Trains or Load
Model HSLM for the structure given in 6.4.6.5 (3).
NOTE 4 A dynamic analysis is required where the Frequent Operating
speed of a Real Train equals a Resonant Speed of the structure [see
BS EN 1991-2 6.4.6.6 (2)].
NOTE 5 Valid providing the bridge meets the requirements for resistance,
deformation limits given in Annex A2 to BS EN 1990, A2.4.4 and the
maximum coach body acceleration (or associated deflection limits)
corresponding to a very good standard of passenger comfort given in
Annex A2 to BS EN 1990, A2.4.4.3.
NOTE 6 This figure is only applicable to structures which may be
represented by line beams

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Figure NA.13 Flow chart for determining whether a dynamic analysis is

required for “simple” and “complex” structures

Start

Y
V 180 km/h

Complex
structure N Y
with metal desk V 180 km/h
(see Note 1)

N
Y

n0
within limits
of Figure
NA.14
n0
Y Accepted
Accepted N within limits
by relevant
of Figure
authority
NA.14

For the dynamic analysis Not Y

use the eigenforms for accepted
torsion and for bending

Redesign

Dynamic analysis required. Dynamic analysis not required.

Calculate bridge deck Acceleration check and fatigue
acceleration and check at resonance not required.
etc, and undertake Use in accordance with
fatigue check EN 1991-2 6.4.5
(see Notes 4 and 5)

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Where:
V is the maximum line speed at the site (km/h)
L is the span length (m)
n0 is the first natural bending frequency of the bridge loaded by
permanent actions (Hz)
nT is the first natural torsional frequency of the bridge loaded by
permanent actions (Hz)
NOTE 1 Metallic floors with closely spaced transverse ‘T’ ribs (e.g. as
utilized in “Western Region Box Girder Structures”) may be assumed to
have an adequate dynamic response for speeds up to 200 km/h when
designed with the following characteristics: a minimum deck plate
thickness of 30 mm, maximum spacing of transverse ‘T’ ribs not greater
than 610 mm and satisfying minimum fatigue design requirements
of 18-27 million tonnes of heavy traffic per annum.
NOTE 2 For bridges with a first natural frequency within the limits given
by Figure NA.14 and a Maximum Line speed at the Site Vline not
exceeding 200 km/h a dynamic analysis is not required.
NOTE 3 ϕ ½dyn is the dynamic impact increment for Real Trains or Load
Model HSLM for the structure given in 6.4.6.5 (3).
NOTE 4 A dynamic analysis is required where the Frequent Operating
Speed of a Real Train equals a Resonant Speed of the structure [see
BS EN 1991-2, 6.4.6.6(2)].
NOTE 5 Valid providing the bridge meets the requirements for resistance,
deformation limits given in Annex A2 to BS EN 1990, A2.4.4, and the
maximum coach body acceleration (or associated deflection limits)
corresponding to a very good standard of passenger comfort given in
Annex A2 to BS EN 1990, A2.4.4.3.

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Figure NA.14 Limits of bridge natural frequency n0 in Hz as a function of

L in m

150

100
80
60

40

1
20

15
n0 (Hz)

10
8
6

4
2

2
1,5

1,0
2 4 6 8 10 15 20 40 60 80 100

L (m)
Key
1 = Upper limit of natural frequency
2 = Lower limit of natural frequency

Where:
n0 is the first natural vertical mode bending frequency of the unloaded
bridge [i.e. permanent (including removable) loads only]
L is the span length for simply supported bridges or L9 for other
bridge types.
The upper limits of n0 is governed by the limits of application of the
allowances for the dynamic increments due to track irregularities and is
given by:
n0 = 94.76 × Lp0.748
The lower limit of n0 is governed by dynamic impact criteria and is given
by:
n0 = 80/L for 4 m ≤ L ≤ 20 m
n0 = 23.58 × Lp0.592 for 20 m ≤ L ≤ 100 m.

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NA.2.51 Choice of dynamic factor

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.5.2 (3)P]
Generally Φ3 should be used.
Alternative values may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.52 Alternative values of determinant length

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.5.3 (1) Table 6.2]
The values of determinant length given in Table 6.2 should be used with
the following modifications.
Case 1.1 – Deck plate (for both directions) – the lesser of three times
cross girder spacing or cross girder spacing + 3 m.
Case 2.1 – Deck plate (for both directions) – cross girder
spacing + 3 m.
Case 5.7 – Longitudinal cantilevers.

NA.2.53 Determinant length of transverse cantilevers

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.5.3, Note a, Table 6.2]
The loading to be used for establishing the determinant length of
transverse cantilevers should be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.54 Additional requirements for the application of

HSLM
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.1.1 (6), Table 6.4]
Additional requirements for the application of HSLM-A and HSLM-B
may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.55 Loading and methodology for dynamic analysis

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.1.1 (7)]
The loading and methodology for the analysis should be determined for
the individual project.

NA.2.56 Additional load cases depending upon number

of tracks [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.1.2 (3),
Table 6.5, Note a)]
The loading should be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.57 Values of damping

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.3.1 (3) Table 6.6]
Alternative values for damping should be determined for the individual
project.

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NA.2.58 Alternative density values of materials

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.3.2 (3)]
Alternative density values may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.59 Enhanced Young’s modulus

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.3.3 (3) Note 1]
Alternative Young’s modulus values may be determined for the
individual project.

NA.2.60 Other material properties

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.3.3 (3) Note 2]
Other material properties may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.61 Reduction of peak response at resonance taking

account of additional damping due to
vehicle/bridge interaction
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.4 (4)]
The method should be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.62 Allowance for track defects and vehicle

imperfections [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.4.6.4 (5)]
Generally (1 + ϕ″) should be used for line speeds less than 160 km/h
and (1 + ϕ″/2) should be used for line speeds of 160 km/h and above.
Alternative requirements may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.63 Increased height of centre of gravity for

centrifugal forces
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.1 (2)]
Generally centrifugal forces should be taken to act outwards in a
horizontal direction at a height of 1,80 m above the running surface.
Alternative values may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.64 Actions due to braking for loaded lengths

greater than 300 m
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.3 (5)]
Additional requirements may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.65 Alternative requirements for the application of

traction and braking forces
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.3 (9)]
The requirements of 6.5.3 (9) apply.

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NA.2.66 Combined response of structure and track,

requirements for non-ballasted track
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.1 (5)]
The requirements for non-ballasted track should be determined for the
individual project.

NA.2.67 Alternative requirements for temperature range

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.3 (2) Notes 1 and 2]
The requirements of 6.5.4.3 (2) apply.

NA.2.68 Longitudinal shear resistance between track

and bridge deck
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.4 (2) Note 1]
The values should be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.69 Alternative design criteria

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.5]
Alternative requirements may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.70 Minimum value of track radius

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.5.1 (2)]
Alternative requirements should be determined for the specific project.

NA.2.71 Alternative calculation methods

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.6]
Alternative calculation methods may be determined for the individual
project.

NA.2.72 Alternative criteria for simplified calculation

methods
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.6.1 (1)]
Alternative criteria may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.73 Longitudinal plastic shear resistance between

track and bridge deck
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.5.4.6.1 (4)]
Alternative values of k may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.74 Aerodynamic actions, alternative values

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.6.1 (3)]
The aerodynamic actions due to static pressure changes as a train
passes a structure should be determined for the individual project.

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NA.2.75 Derailment of rail traffic, additional

requirements [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.7.1 (2)P]
Alternative loading requirements for the design of railway structures to
resist derailment actions from rail traffic, are appropriate for the design
of all deck plates and similar local elements. These elements should be
designed to support a concentrated load of ! × 1.4 × 250 kN (where !
has a minimum value of 1,0) applied anywhere on the deck plate or local
element. No dynamic factor needs to be applied to this design load.

NA.2.76 Derailment of rail traffic, measures for

structural elements situated above the level of
the rails and requirements to retain a derailed
train on the structure
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.7.1 (8)P Note 1]
Measures to mitigate the consequences of a derailment may be
determined for the individual project.

NA.2.77 Other actions

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.7.3 (1)P Note]
The requirements for other actions, including for any accidental design
situation, may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.78 Number of tracks loaded when checking

drainage and structural clearances
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.8.1 (11)P Table 6.10]
Structural clearance requirements should be checked with rail traffic
actions corresponding to the number of tracks loaded in accordance
with the requirements for the number of tracks to be loaded in
Table 6.10 for “Traffic Safety Checks: Vertical deformation of the deck”.
Deformation due to railway traffic may be neglected when checking
drainage requirements.

NA.2.79 Assessment of groups of loads

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.8.2 (2)]
The factors given in Table 6.11 should be used.
Where economy is not adversely affected, the recommended factors
may be increased to 1.0 to simplify the design process.

NA.2.80 Frequent values of multi-component actions

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.8.3.1 (1)]
The factors given in Table 6.11 should be used.
Where economy is not adversely affected, the recommended factors
may be increased to 1.0 to simplify the design process.

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NA.2.81 Quasi-permanent values of multi-component

actions [BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.8.3.2 (1)]
The value given in 6.8.3.2 (1) should be used.

NA.2.82 Fatigue load models, structural life

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.9 (6)]
The design working life should be taken as 120 years.

NA.2.83 Fatigue load models, specific traffic

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, 6.9 (7)]
A special traffic mix may be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.84 Dynamic factor

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex C (3)P]
Generally C.1 should be used for line speeds less than 160 km/h and C.2
should be used for line speeds of 160 km/h and above.
Alternative requirements may be specified for the individual project and
agreed with the relevant authority.

NA.2.85 Method of dynamic analysis

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex C (3)P]
The method to be used should be determined for the individual project.

NA.2.86 Partial safety factor for fatigue loading

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex D2 (2)]
The recommended value of *Ff = 1,00 should be used.

NA.3 Decision on the status of informative

annexes
NA.3.1 Load Model 3: Models of special vehicles
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex A]
Load Model 3 should not be used. The models for special vehicles
should be those given in NA.2.16.

NA.3.2 Fatigue life assessment for road bridges:

Assessment method based on recorded traffic
[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex B]
The Annex B may be used in conjunction with the requirements of
NA.2.27 for Fatigue Load Model 5.

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NA.3.3 Limits of validity of Load Model HSLM

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex E]
E1 May be used.
E2 Should not be used unless suitability of the methodology is
determined for the individual project.
NOTE The methodology is not suitable for many UK structural
configurations.

NA.3.4 Criteria to be satisfied if a dynamic analysis is

not required [BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex F]
Should not be used.
NOTE The loading used to derive the criteria in Annex F has been
superseded by requirements in the HS INS TSI relating to load model
HSLM. Additionally the methodology is not suitable for most UK structural
configurations.

NA.3.5 Combined responses

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex G]
May be used.

NA.3.6 Load Models for rail traffic loads

[BS EN 1991-2:2003, Annex H]
May be used.

NA.4 References to non-contradictory

complementary information
The following is a list of references that contain non-contradictory
complementary information for use with BS EN 1991-2:2003.
BS EN 1317-2, Road restraint systems – Part 2: Performance
classes, impact test acceptance criteria and test methods for safety
barriers
PD 6688-2, Guidance for the design of structures to BS EN 1991-2
TD 19 (DMRB 2.2.8) Requirements for Road Restraint Systems,
Highways Agency Design Manual for Roads and Bridges

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Bibliography
Standards publication
For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For undated
references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any
amendments) applies.
BS EN 1991-1-7, Eurocode 1: Actions on structures – Part 1-7:
General actions – Accidental actions
PD 6688-2, Guidance for the design of structures to BS EN 1991-2

Other publications
prEN 1317-6, Road Restraint Systems – Part 6: Pedestrian restraint
systems. Pedestrian parapet
TD 19 (DMRB 2.2.8) Requirements for Road Restraint Systems.
Highways Agency Design Manual for Roads and Bridges
UIC 777-2R, Structures built over railway lines – Construction
requirements in the track zone

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