The Structural Materials Laboratory tests portland cement, portland cement concrete, structural steel components and connectors, and plastic drainage pipe. This laboratory also periodically performs field inspections of precast concrete products. Examples of tests performed in this laboratory include: tensile strength of bolts, reinforcing steel and cable, compression strength of portland cement and portland cement concrete, elongation and compression strength of plastic pipe, load testing of pull boxes, and Rockwell/Brinell hardness of structural steel components.
For additional information, contact the Materials Division at (501) 569-2185 or by email at Materials@ardot.gov.