Masonry Openings

[joemarch]

I have some 16'-0" masonry openings. I'm providing wide flange lintels to support the masonry. These lintels also see a wind load. Should these lintels be designed for an unbraced length of 16'-0" for the gravity load?

 

[jike]

Yes, the lintel should be designed for the full unbraced length equal to the span unless there is a floor or roof or other lateral support provided at the top flange of the lintel.