| AWM Table: | Bridges |
| Attribute: | Super Restraint |
| Purpose: | To record the material or system used to restrain the superstructure (bridge deck or beams), which helps assess stability, durability, and maintenance needs of the bridge. |
| Value | Description | Photo Example |
|---|---|---|
| Cables/Bolts | Most bolted connections in bridges will transfer the forces between the plates using shear connections and tensile connections. |  |
| Concrete | Concrete elements such as blocks, keys, or encasements are used to restrain movement of the bridge superstructure. |  |
| Steel | Steel components, such as plates, angles, or fabricated connections, are used to restrain or secure the bridge deck. |  |
| Other | A restraint method or material not listed, such as composite systems, timber, or unconventional anchoring techniques. | |
| Unknown | The type of superstructure restraint is not recorded or cannot be identified from available information. |
