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This research study focuses on evaluating the design of HSC prestressed bridge girders. Specifically there were three major objectives. First, to determine the current state of practice for the design of HSC prestressed bridge girders. Second, to evaluate the controlling limit states for the design of HSC prestressed bridge girders and identify areas where some economy in design may be gained. Third, to conduct a preliminary assessment of the impact of raising critical design criteria with an objective of increasing the economy and potential span length of HSC prestressed girders. The first objective was accomplished through a literature search and survey. The literature search included review of design criteria for both the AASHTO Standard and LRFD Specifications. Review of relevant case studies of the performance of HSC prestressed b...