Railroad Bridges

Railroad Bridges

Heavy-load steel railroad bridges built to AREMA standards for freight, short-line and industrial rail, customized for a wide range of spans, clearances and site conditions.
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Overview

U.S. Bridge Railroad Bridges

U.S. Bridge railroad bridge designs are built to meet strict rail industry standards and can be customized for a wide range of spans, clearances and site conditions. From short-line crossings to major freight corridors, these bridges are engineered to deliver long service life with minimal maintenance. Prefabrication shortens track outages and gets rail traffic moving again quickly.
At a Glance

Railroad Quick Facts

These are typical figures. Every structure is custom-engineered and PE-stamped to your project's span, loading and site. Hover or tap a card for the detail behind each number.
Live Loading
Cooper E-80
AREMA E-loading for heavy freight, or as specified.
Configurations
Deck & through
Plate girder, deck truss or through truss.
Deck Type
Open or ballast
Open-deck or ballast-deck to match the line.
Design Standard
AREMA
AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering.
Finish
Weathering or galvanized
Low-maintenance corrosion protection.
Options

Standards & Compliance

AREMA Compliance

Engineered to the AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering.

Cooper E-80 Loading

Designed for Cooper E-80 heavy freight live load, or the loading specified by the railroad.

Fatigue Engineering

Connections and details designed for the demanding fatigue environment of rail traffic.

Rapid Replacement

Prefabrication minimizes track outages and speeds the return to service.
Why U.S. Bridge

Engineered to Perform, Built to Last

AISC-Certified Fabrication

Built by an AISC-certified Advanced Steel Bridge Fabricator with Fracture Critical and Sophisticated Paint System endorsements.

All-Bolted, CNC-Drilled Connections

Computer Numerically Controlled drilling delivers precise, all-bolted field connections, with no field welding required on site.

Prefabricated and Shipped Ready

Fabricated in our Cambridge, Ohio facility and shipped as ready-to-assemble components for fast, predictable installation.

Engineered for Longevity

Weathering steel or hot-dip galvanized options resist corrosion and minimize maintenance across a long design life.

Custom-Engineered to Your Site

Span, width, skew, camber and loading are tailored to your project and stamped by a licensed Professional Engineer.

Faster Than Cast-in-Place

Prefabrication compresses on-site schedules, reduces traffic disruption and lowers total installed cost.

Made in the USA

Fabricated in Cambridge, Ohio from American steel, supporting domestic jobs and helping satisfy Buy America and Buy American requirements.

Single-Source Partner

One team from engineering and design through fabrication, delivery and installation support.
Applications

Where Railroad Bridges Fit

  • Freight rail corridors
  • Short-line and regional railroads
  • Industrial rail spurs
  • Rail crossings over waterways and highways
  • Replacement of aging timber or steel rail bridges
  • Rail infrastructure expansion projects
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U.S. Bridge Steel in the Field

Engineered, fabricated and shipped from Cambridge, Ohio, U.S. Bridge structures are built to perform for generations.
U.S. Bridge Thru Truss
U.S. Bridge Thru Truss
U.S. Bridge Thru Truss
Questions & Answers

Railroad Bridges FAQ

Design & Engineering

Heavy-load steel railroad bridges built to AREMA standards for freight, short-line and industrial rail, customized for a wide range of spans, clearances and site conditions.

U.S. Bridge is an AISC-certified Advanced Steel Bridge Fabricator in Cambridge, Ohio. Structures are engineered by licensed Professional Engineers and fabricated with all-bolted, CNC-drilled connections for fast field assembly.
Applications & Use

Common applications include freight rail corridors, short-line and regional railroads, industrial rail spurs, and similar projects that match the required loading, span and clearances.

Yes. Span, width, geometry, loading, finish and connection details are all tailored to your project and confirmed during engineering.
Standards & Delivery

They are engineered to the AREMA Manual for Railway Engineering and detailed for the demanding fatigue environment of rail traffic.

They are designed for Cooper E-80 heavy freight live load, or the specific loading required by the railroad.

It is prefabricated in Cambridge, Ohio and shipped as ready-to-assemble, all-bolted components, which keeps field installation fast and predictable.

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