Summary for Test 2026-08-14-4-1
Test performed: ASTM A970-18Project Information
| Project Identifiers | Project ID: 1000511 DEA: 06487404 EFIS: 0616000029 |
|---|---|
| DIST-CO-RTE-PM | 06-TUL-99-35.8/37.1 |
| Award Date | 01/14/2025 |
| Closeout Date | Not set |
| Work Description | Caldwell Interchange SR99/Ave280 (Visalia) - Replace Bridge Structures and Construct Roundabouts. |
| Location Description | TULARE COUNTY IN AND NEAR VISALIA FROM 0.6 MILE SOUTH OF AVENUE 280 OVERCROSSING TO 0.7 MILE NORTH OF AVENUE 280 OVERCROSSING |
| QA Service Level | 1 (Verified on 08/27/2024) |
Sample Information
| Sample Taken Date | 08/14/2026 | Sample Unique Key | 4 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Will the laboratory/organization for which you are a member perform testing on this material sample? | Yes | Date that the sample was received by the laboratory/organization performing the testing | 08/14/2026 |
| Sample type | Quality Assurance | A brief description of the sample | #8 HRC 555 T-Heads (PSG Lot #2) |
| The quantity of what the sample constitutes | 150 T-head bars | From where was the sample collected | Source |
| First name of sampler or witnessed by | Peter | Last name of sampler or witnessed by | Harvey |
| Title of sampler | Assistant METS Representative | Telephone number of sampler | 7073642452 |
| Laboratory sample identification | Linked DIME Sample ID | ||
| The fabricator/manufacturer/facility name | Pacific Steel Group Napa | Transportation Laboratory (TL) Number | TL-6034 |
| Inspector Lot Number from the Transportation Laboratory (TL) Form | B405-008-26 | Structure unique identifier | |
| Structure name | Bid Item | 3915892 |
Material Information
| Material Type | SMTL TM5 - Headed Bars | Production or Authorization Testing | Authorization Testing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rebar Heat Number(s) | 3500048073 | Head Manufacturer Lot Number(s) | HRC555 |
| Rebar Size | #8 | Headed Bar Model Name | HRC555 |
| Size of Head | Reduced Size - 4x | Head Connection Type | Forged |
| Head Shape | Circular | Rebar Manufacturer | Nucor-Seattle |
| Head Manufacturer | Headed Reinforcement Corp | Head Fabricator | Headed Reinforcement Corp |
| Material Standard Code | ASTM A706 | Headed Bar Unique ID | 4FG-17-01 |
Test Details
DIME Sample ID: 2026-08-14-4
DIME Test ID: 2026-08-14-4-1
Testing Lab: CT HQ - Sacramento Structural Materials Testing Laboratory
Test Method: ASTM A970-18: Standard Specification for Headed Steel Bars for Concrete Reinforcement (Tensile)
Test Release Date: 2026-08-25
Test Results
Number of Headed Bar Samples: 4
Input Type: Measured
Tester's full name: Steven Paine
Date of test: 08/25/2026
UTM: NA
Temperature: 0 f
| Num | Lot # | Area (sqin) | Peak Load (lbf) | Tensile Strength (psi) | Comments | Tested By |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2 | 0.79 | 72465 | 91730 | Ok Necking | WSP |
| 2 | 2 | 0.79 | 72605 | 91910 | Ok Necking | WSP |
| 3 | 2 | 0.79 | 72245 | 91450 | Ok Necking | WSP |
| 4 | 2 | 0.79 | 71515 | 90530 | Ok Necking | WSP |
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Test was verified on 8/25/2026 ✔
