Nonlinear Seismic Assessment of Historical Masonry Karaz Bridge Under Different Ground Motion Records

The most significant artifacts that transfer the cultural heritage of past civilizations to present are historical structures. Historical bridges great importance in terms transportation, trade and architecture from present. Some these structures have been destroyed by natural disasters or suffered structural damage. Especially earthquakes cause damage In this study, earthquake behavior Karaz Bridge was investigated. elements bridge materials connecting bearing were evaluated together with macro modeling approach. For purpose, a 3D finite element model generated its seismic under different ground motion records investigated nonlinear analysis. Analyzes carried out using Bingöl, Elazığ, Erzincan, Van Gölcük, results mutually. analysis results, dynamic over distribution displacements stresses