By C. Russell Wagner
Preface
Glossary
Abstract
Introduction
Purpose and Scope
Site Selection
Hydraulic Considerations
Logistical Considerations
Legal and Regulatory Considerations
Easements
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Requirements
Federal Aviation Administration Requirements
Other State and Local Laws and Regulations
Design Criteria
Determination of the loo-Year Flood Stage
Measurement of the Span
Loads
Soil Characteristics
Soil Type A
Soil Type B
Design Procedures
Cables
Characteristics and Application
Wire Rope
Tramway or Structural Strand
Design Load Selection
Design Sag
Design Factor
Calculation of Sag
System Hardware Design
Support Structures
Footings
Footing Design
Steel A-Frames
Wood A-Frames
Steel Beams
Trees as Supports
Platforms, Walkways, and Ladders
Grounding for Lightning Protection
Anchorages
Concrete Mass Anchors
Sidehill Anchors
T-Anchors
Rocks as Anchors
Trees as Anchors
Buried Deadmen
Aircraft Warning Devices
Cable Cars
Construction
Excavating for Anchors and Support Structures
Preparing Concrete for Anchors and Support Structures
Installing Rock Anchors
Installing Tree Supports or Anchors
Erecting A-Frames and Cable
Installing Grounds
Grounding Rods
Wire Grounds
Cableways Conforming to Circular 17 Specifications
Documentation
Security
Inspection and Maintenance
Anchors and Footings
Main Cable Supports
Main Cable
Backstay
Cable Connections
Cable Car
Miscellaneous
Nondestructive Testing
Selected References
Appendix I. Notice of Proposed Construction or Alteration
Appendix II. Cableway Design Summary
Appendix III. Painting and Preservation Guidelines
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