Material Properties
Reinforced Concrete Pipe must meet the requirements of Subsection M5.02.1 as well as the following material properties:
- AASHTO M 170
Submittal and Testing Requirements
MassDOT Testing Requirements:
The following criteria must be met for Reinforced Concrete Pipe products, as part of the product submission:
- Reinforced Concrete Pipe must me specification M5.02.1 and be tested in accordance with AASHTO M 170.
- Steel reinforcement must be approved in accordance with the QCML criteria for steel reinforcement.
- Mix design approval must be in accordance with the QCML criteria for concrete producers and concrete mix designs.
- The Manufacturer must submit the Domestic Materials Self-Certification Form with the QCML Application for BABA compliance.
QCML Listing, Expiration, and Re-Qualification
The Reinforced Concrete Pipe will be listed on the MassDOT QCML. The manufacturer shall be re-qualified on an annual basis. The product shall remain on the qualified list unless one of the following occurs:
- If the product’s technology changes.
- If the product formulation or technology changes, the Manufacturer shall notify MassDOT RMS.
- MassDOT RMS determines that the product no longer meets the minimum requirements.
A written request for re-qualification must be submitted to the Department at least 60 days prior to the expiration date to remain on the QCML.