Abstract:

The cracks on bulk concrete structures have huge adverse effect on the longterm safety and durability of the structures. In most cases, the cracks occur in the early period. Therefore, it is of great importance to probe into the causes and prevention measures for the cracks. After presenting the causes for and types of the cracks on bulk concrete structures, the paper recommends comprehensive crackprevention measures in several aspects.

Key words: bridge works  , bulk concrete  , crack  , shrinkage  , stability  , crack control