Category: Bridge Design

Bridge Deck Designs: The Benefits of Steel

Gloria Lowe May 1, 2020 No Comments

The choice of material for your bridge deck construction is critical for the lifespan of the bridge. There are several reasons why steel may be the right choice for your…

Types of Bridges U.S. Bridge Offers

Gloria Lowe March 27, 2020 No Comments

Bridges are engineering marvels. Whether spanning great or small distances, steel bridges come in many different shapes, sizes and aesthetics. At U.S. Bridge, we have decades of bridge building experience…

The Future of 3D Printed Bridges and Construction

Gloria Lowe March 24, 2020 No Comments

In a decade, 3D printing has already innovated several industries, from medical implants to engineering, to aviation. The technology is achieving the unthinkable in construction, from 3D printing a house…

Building Design to Withstand Extreme Weather Conditions

Gloria Lowe September 4, 2019 No Comments

Stocking up on food supplies, buying generators, and keeping boxes full of batteries are all good measurements to prepare for extreme weather. This is especially relevant for the East Coast…

Steel Bridge Constructibility

Gloria Lowe June 13, 2019 No Comments

Steel bridge construction has evolved through the years. As technology improvements are more frequent, steel bridge design also changes. Some of these advances have to do with the materials, fabrication,…

U.S. Bridge Short Span Bridges

Gloria Lowe June 5, 2019 No Comments

There is no question that bridges are essential structures. We have also discussed that using steel allows for a quicker fabrication and installation of bridges, and other advantages of steel.…

Busting the Myth: Painting or Repainting Steel Bridges Is a Problem

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov March 8, 2019 No Comments

There’s a persistent belief in the bridge building business that painting steel bridges is an impossible task. However, this couldn’t be further from the truth. In reality, painting or repainting…

The Economic Benefits of Bridge Building

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov August 20, 2018 No Comments

Most of us don’t notice much about the bridges and roads that connect our cities and states. However, we would certainly notice if we woke up one day and they…

Bridge Floor and Deck Construction

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov August 9, 2018 No Comments

Those who aren’t familiar with bridge building might think of decks as parts of a ship or the area in the backyard where grills are kept. However, in the industry,…

How it Works: Engineering Bridges To Handle Stress

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov December 8, 2017 No Comments

Bridges are often seen as immovable structures, but in truth, they are quite dynamic. Bridges must be engineered to move with environmental stressors in order to avoid unnecessary wear and…

Optimal Design Of Through-Truss Steel Bridges

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov December 1, 2017 No Comments

Truss bridges are one of the oldest bridge types in America. In fact, even novice bridge enthusiasts can easily spot one, since they are identified by their singular design feature:…

Myths: Modular Prefabricated Short-Span Steel Bridges Are Only Temporary Structures

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov November 20, 2017 No Comments

Modular, prefabricated steel bridges are often considered temporary structures. Using modular design and building bridges onsite has often been considered a more efficient building method, but a less stable one.…

Pedestrian Bridges

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov October 16, 2017 No Comments

Steel pedestrian bridges are prevalent in parks, golf courses, and over small rivers and streams. Below is a quick description of what a pedestrian bridge is, along with different types…

New Data Suggests 55,000 Bridges Are Structurally Unsound

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov August 4, 2017 No Comments

An alarming report issued by the American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) has found that more than 55,000 bridges across the United States are “structurally deficient bridges.” This classification…

Why Choose U.S. Bridge?

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov June 26, 2017 No Comments

Infrastructure has become a popular theme lately, as government officials begin to refocus on ways to reinforce and strengthen America’s systems of roads, bridges, and highways. Infrastructure is a vital aspect of American…

The Longest Suspension Bridge in the World Goes To…

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov August 19, 2016 No Comments

The Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge, also known as the Pearl Bridge, is the longest suspension bridge at 1,991 meters (6,532 feet) in the world. It spans the Akashi Strait in Japan connecting…

Admiring the Ponte Vecchio Bridge for #flashbackfriday

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov July 29, 2016 No Comments

The Ponte Vecchio “Old Bridge” is located in Florence, Italy. This Italian bridge crosses the river at its narrowest point within the city. This area in Florence has had an eventful…

Today’s #flashbackfriday Goes to Australia

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov July 22, 2016 No Comments

The Sydney Harbour Bridge was opened on March 19th, 1932 by Premier Jack Lang, after six years of construction. Opening day was an interesting one. Before Lang could cut the ribbon…

Taking a step back with #usbridge #flashbackfriday

Sergiy (Max) Dolgov July 15, 2016 No Comments

Taking a step back with #usbridge #flashbackfriday Each Friday we’d like to share a bit of history on the bridges around the world that have caught our attention, changed our…

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