Aqueduct Gaag

The A4 motorway crosses the Gaag river with an 60 degree angle. The 40 m wide roadtunnel is constructed as an aqueduct in the Gaag river.
Aqueduct Gaag

Project description

Gaag aqueduct consists of a through shaped prestressed concrete structure. The approaches are open concrete structures. The total length is 380 m. The secondary roads along the Gaag river crossing the approaches are constructed as viaducts. The tunnelpart and the approaches are founded on tensile piles because of the high groundwaterlevel. The ship canal is temporary diverted and the aqueduct is constructed in phases. The buildingpits are partly surrounded by steel sheetpiles limiting the effects of the temporary lowering of the groundwaterlevel.

Scope of work

  • Final design, design report considering alternatives
  • Structural computation and design drawings
  • Review of tender documents
  • Detailed design comprising structural computations and detailed drawings
  • Review of contractors design documents
  • Design and contract specifications for the electromechanical installations
  • Advice upon construction
 

Project facts Aqueduct Gaag

  • Client
    Ministry of Transport and Public Works, Tunnel Engineering Department
  • Duration
    1991 - 1998
  • Country
    The Netherlands
  • Project phase
    Design and tender preparation 1991
  • Location 
    Delft, Schipluiden
Hans de Wit - Managing Director / Senior Consultant

Hansde Wit

Managing Director / Senior Consultant