6'_Bench_Spec.pdf

This technical drawing is a detailed specification for the Pittsburgh 6' Historic Park Bench, dated 1965, created for the City of Pittsburgh's Department of Public Works. The document provides comprehensive architectural and dimensional details for a white oak park bench, including precise measurements for bench slats (top slat: 3-3/4" x 1-1/4", bench slats: 2-1/2" x 1-1/4"), cross braces (1-3/4" x 3/4" x 2'-11"), and overall bench dimensions. The drawing includes two primary views - an elevation and side elevation - with scales of 1"=1'-0" and 1-1/2"=1'-0" respectively, offering contractors and manufacturers exact specifications for bench construction.

The technical drawing includes several critical notes for manufacturers, such as specifications for drilling holes, bolt sizes, and material requirements. All wood rails are to be topped to select grade, with specific requirements for mounting, spacing, and finish. The drawing also provides detailed instructions for steel members, including drill hole sizes and positioning. While this is a historical specification from 1965, it appears to be part of a current municipal procurement process for park infrastructure, potentially for historic restoration or replication of classic urban park amenities.