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# Pier Column
This section defines the pier column geometry, sections, and positions for intermediate supports.
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**Navigation:** Substructure > Pier > Pier Column
For detailed parameter explanations, see the [Pier Column Reference](https://docs.openbrim.org/templates/concrete-u-girder-bridge-workflow/substructure-cug/pier-cug/pier-column-cug).
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## Steps
### Step 1: Navigate to Pier Column
Navigate to **Pier > Pier Column** in the tree view.
### Step 2: Assign Cap and Name
Click the **three-dots icon** on the **Cap** cell and select the pier cap. Enter the column name (e.g., **Pier\_1**).
### Step 3: Define Section Data
Click the **three-dots icon** on **Section Data** and select **Edit**.
Enter the following parameters:
| Parameter | Value |
| ------------------------- | ------ |
| Section Length (from Top) | 50 ft |
| Start Section | ColSec |
| End Section | ColSec |
### Step 4: Set Column Position
Navigate to the **General** tab and enter the position parameters:
| Parameter | Value |
| ----------------- | ------ |
| Transverse Offset | ±10 ft |
| Rotation Angle | 0° |
| Bottom Elevation | -35 ft |
### Step 5: Create All Pier Columns
Repeat the previous steps to create all pier columns:
| Column | Cap | Transverse Offset |
| ------- | -------- | ----------------- |
| Pier\_1 | PierCap1 | -10 ft |
| Pier\_2 | PierCap1 | +10 ft |
| Pier\_3 | PierCap2 | -10 ft |
| Pier\_4 | PierCap2 | +10 ft |
Quick Tip: Transverse Offset Direction
Offset values use PGL (Profile Grade Line) as the reference point. Positive values offset to the right, negative to the left.
## Verification
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The completed pier columns are shown below.
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