MAHARASHTRA STATE BOARD OF TECHNICAL EDUCATION

A
Micro Project Report
On

“Pipe Culvert ”
Under Course
Estimating and costing(22503)
Submitted by,
1.Darshan Gaikwad
2.Aditya Mhaske
3.Vedant Kakad
4.Vaibhav Vispute

Guided by
Mr. S.S.Sonawane

Lecturer In Department of Civil Engineering

Academic Year
2024-25
DEPARTMENT OF CIVIL ENGINEERING
MET’S INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - POLYTECHNIC
BHUJBAL KNOWLEDGE CITY
MET’s Institute of Technology, Polytechnic,Adgaon, Nashik-422 003
Tel.: ( 0253 ) 2303515, 2303267, 2303268 Telefax : ( 0253 ) 2303305, 2303203

CERTIFICATE
This is to Certify that this Micro project report

“Pipe Culvert ”
Under Course
Estimating and costing (22503)
Submitted by,

1.Darshan Gaikwad
2.Aditya Mhaske
3.Vedant Kakad
4.Vaibhav Vispute

Students of Third Year Civil Engineering Department

In 2024-25
As a part of Micro project work as prescribed by
The Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education, Mumbai
And that I have guided him/her/them for the said work from time to time
And I found him/her/them satisfactorily progressive.
And that, they said work has been assessed by me and I am satisfied that the same is up to
The standard envisaged for the level of the course.

Mrs. S .S. Sonawane Prof. B. S .Dhande Dr. R. S. Narkhede

Project Guide Head of Department Principal
 Annexure – I
PART A

Title of Micro-Project
Pipe Culvert

1.0 Brief Introduction

A pipe culvert is a type of culvert that uses a circular pipe to transport water or sewage
under a roadway, railway, or embankment. It is a cost-effective solution for ensuring
proper drainage and preventing waterlogging in infrastructure projects. Pipe culverts are
commonly made of materials like concrete, steel, or PVC, and are widely used due to their
durability and ease of installation.

2.0 Aim of the Micro-Project

The aim of this micro-project is to study the design, construction, and applications of pipe
culverts, focusing on their role in drainage systems, and evaluate their performance in
real-world scenarios.
3.0 Action Plan

4.0 Resources Required

S. No. Name of Resource/material Specifications Qty Remarks

1 History of civil engineering www.Google .com

2 Research of civil engineering www.google.com

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 Annexure –II
PART B (Outcomes after Execution and)

Title of Micro-Project
Pipe Culvert

1.0 Brief Description

This micro-project involves researching the structure, working mechanism, and

construction procedure of pipe culverts. It includes:

 Understanding different types of pipe culverts.

 Learning about the materials used.

 Analyzing the load distribution and water flow efficiency.

 Observing real-world examples or case studies.

2.0 Aim of Micro-Project

To develop an understanding of the engineering principles, design considerations, and practical

applications of pipe culverts in civil engineering projects.

3.0 Course Outcomes Integrated

This micro-project integrates the following course outcomes:

1. Application of civil engineering principles to real-world drainage problems.

2. Understanding material properties and selection for construction.

3. Awareness of environmental and sustainability aspects in design.

4.0 Actual Procedure Followed

The procedure for this micro-project included:

1. Research: Gathering information about pipe culverts, their designs, and materials.
2. Field Visit: Observing pipe culverts in existing infrastructure (if possible).

3. Data Collection: Measuring dimensions, understanding load factors, and noting

construction techniques.

4. Analysis: Studying the efficiency and limitations of pipe culverts.

5. Documentation: Preparing a report with observations and findings.

5.0 Actual Resources Required

S. No. Name of Resource/material Specifications Qty Remarks

1 History of civil engineering www.Google .com

2 TeasearchResearch of civil engineering www.google.com

6.0 Outputs of the Micro-Projects

INDEX

6.1) INTRODUCTION

6.2) TYPES OF CULVERT

6.3) ESTIMATION & COSTING

6.4) CONCLUSION
6.1 INTRODUCTION

CULVERT : Culverts are structures used to convey runoff from one side of the road to another
and are usually covered with embankment and composed of structural material around the entire
perimeter, although some are supported on spread footings with the streambed serving as the
bottom of the culvert. For economy and hydraulic efficiency, culvert should be designed to
operate with the inlet submerged during the flood flows, if conditions permit. Cross-drain are
those culverts and pipes that are used to convey runoff from one side of highway to another

ESTIMATION: For all engineering works it is required to know beforehand the probable cost
of construction know as the estimated cost. If the estimated cost is grater than the money
available, then attempts are made to reduced the cost by reducing the work or changing the
specification. From this the importance of estimate for engineers may be understood. In
preparing in estimate, the quantities of different items of work are calculated by simple
mensuration method and from these quantities the cost is calculated. The subject of estimating is
simple, nothing much to understand, but knowledge of drawing is essential. One who understand
and can read drawing may find out the dimension- length, breath, & height etc.

In preparing an estimate one has to go in to details of each items, big or small, nothing can be left
or missed.

Accuracy in estimate is very important, if estimate is exceeded is becomes a very difficult

problem for engineers to explain to account for and arrange for the additional money.

Inaccuracy in preparing estimate, omission of items, change in designs improper rates etc.

6.2 Types of culvert

• Hume Pipe Culvert

• Box Culvert

• Arch Culvert

• Slab Culvert
• Hume Pipe Culvert

Hume Pipe Culverts provide low clearance, openings suitable for large waterways, and are more
aesthetic. They may also provide a greater hydraulic advantage to fishes at low flows and require
less road fill.
• Box Culvert

Box culverts are used to transmit water during brief runoff periods. These are usually used by
wildlife because they remain dry most of the year. They can have an artificial floor such as
concrete. Box culverts generally provide more room for wildlife passage than large pipe culverts.
Box culverts are usually made up of Reinforced Concrete (RCC).
• Arch Culvert

A pipe arch culvert is a round culvert reshaped to allow a lower profile while maintaining flow
characteristics. It is good for installations with shallow cover.

Materials used for arch culverts are RCC, Corrugated Metal or Stone Masonry.

•Slab Culvert

Slab culvert are used where the total load acting on it very large. In this case a slab culvert is
used.

It has a very large load carrying capacity as compared to pipe and box culvert
6.3 ESTIMATION & COSTING
Detailed Estimation:

Detailed estimate is an accurate estimate and consists of working out the quantities of each item
of works, and working the cost. The dimensions, length, breadth and height of each item are
taken out correctly from drawing and quantities of each item are calculated, and abstracting and
billing are done.

The detailed estimate is prepared in two stages:

Details of measurement and calculation of quantities.

The details of measurements of each item of work are taken out correctly from plan and drawing
and quantities under each item are calculated in a tabular form named as details of measurement
form.

Abstract of estimated cost:

The cost of each item of work is calculated in a tabular form the quantities already computed and
total cost is worked out in abstract estimate form. The rates of different items of work are taken
as per schedule of rates or current workable rates for finished item of work.
7.0 CONCLUSION
Use culverts as wide as stream width Use same gradient as stream channel • Use same
alignment as stream channel • Single large culvert is better for debris passage than several
small ones • Flared ends improve efficiency

8.0 Skills Developed / Learning Outcomes from this Micro-Project

This micro-project facilitated the development of the following skills and learning outcomes:

1. Technical Skills: Understanding of civil engineering concepts related to pipe culvert

construction.
2. Analytical Skills: Evaluating the efficiency and limitations of different pipe culvert
designs.

3. Problem-Solving: Addressing real-world challenges in drainage systems.

4. Research Skills: Collecting and synthesizing information from various sources.

5. Teamwork and Communication: Collaborating with peers and presenting findings

effectively.