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dead load

(Civil Engineering) the intrinsic invariable weight of a structure, such as a bridge. It may also include any permanent loads attached to the structure. Also called: dead weight Compare live load

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dead load - a constant load on a structure (e.g. a bridge) due to the weight of the supported structure itself

load, loading, burden - weight to be borne or conveyed

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The first part of the book discusses load combinations and standards for specific load types including dead loads, live loads, soil loads, flood loads, snow, rain, and ice loads.