# Loading

This section defines all loads applied to the Steel Tub Girder Bridge.

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## Overview

Loads are categorized into:

* Dead loads (self-weight, barriers, wearing surface)
* Live loads (vehicular, impact)
* Environmental loads (temperature, wind)
* Special loads (braking, centrifugal)

## Sections

| Section                                                                                                                                 | Description                                       |
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| [Loads](https://docs.openbrim.org/examples/steel-bridge-examples/example-steel-tub-girder-bridge-ex1-stg/loading-ex1-stg/loads-ex1-stg) | Define live, surface, temperature, and wind loads |

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