Pier Column

This section defines the pier column geometry, sections, and positions for intermediate supports.

Navigation: Substructure > Pier > Pier Column

For detailed parameter explanations, see the Pier Column Reference.

Steps

Step 1: Navigate to Pier Column

Navigate to Pier > Pier Column in the tree view.

Pier Column navigation

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

Section Data Edit

Section Selection

Section Parameters

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

General Tab

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

All Columns

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.

Offset Reference

Verification

The completed pier columns are shown below.

Completed Columns Plan

Completed Columns 3D