Critical review of VTRC report on cost of ECR and MMFX

Critical review of VTRC report on cost of ECR and MMFX
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Report

In 2009, a report was published by the Virginia Transportation Research Institute (VTRC) regarding installation and costs of epoxy-coated and MMFX 2 reinforcing in a six-lane bridge on State Route 123 over the Occoquan River. Based upon review of the report many of the conclusions reached by the authors cannot be substantiated. Review has shown that: material costs for ECR are significantly cheaper than for MMFX2, handling costs are similar for both systems and if cracks in decks are to be repaired, they should be done prior to bridge opening to prevent user delays.