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# Cross Section

This section defines deck cross-section geometry at key stations along the bridge.

{% hint style="info" %}
**Navigation:** Superstructure > Deck > Cross Section

For detailed parameter explanations, see the [Cross Section Reference](https://docs.openbrim.org/templates/steel-tub-girder-bridge-workflow/superstructure-stg/deck-stg/cross-section-stg).
{% endhint %}

## Steps

### Step 1: Navigate to Cross Section

Navigate to **Deck > Cross Section** in the tree view.

![Cross Section navigation](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2169012231/image-20230220-172604.png?api=v2)

### Step 2: Define Cross-Section Locations

At minimum, define 2 deck cross-sections along the bridge length.

Click the **three-dot icon** on **Support Line** cell and set **Abut1** and **Abut4** with no longitudinal offsets.

### Step 3: Configure Deck Cross Section

Navigate to the **Deck Cross Section** tab.

![Deck Cross Section tab](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2169012231/image-20230220-174213.png?api=v2)

### Step 4: Assign Girders for Haunches

Pick the **Girders for haunch locations** (G1 and G2).

### Step 5: Enter Cross-Section Dimensions

Enter the following for each deck cross-section:

* **Total Width:** 502 in

![Cross-section parameters](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2169012231/image-20230220-175247.png?api=v2)

<details>

<summary><strong>Quick Tip:</strong> Transverse Offset Direction</summary>

Offset values use the PGL (Profile Grade Line) as the reference point.

</details>

![Offset reference](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2104689432/image-20230216-130246.png?api=v2)

## Verification

{% hint style="success" %}
The completed cross-sections are shown below.
{% endhint %}

![Completed cross-section](https://openbrim.atlassian.net/wiki/download/attachments/2169012231/image-20230220-180129.png?api=v2)


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