Did your state make the list? According to a report released last year by the American Society of Civil Engineers, one out of every 11 bridges in the United States is rated structurally deficient. Federal guidelines define a structurally deficient bridge as one that has one or more critical components, such as the superstructure, substructure […]
Congestion pricing has become a big topic in the news lately because more commuters are being affected by it. However, most people who manage bridges and do construction and repair work on them aren’t aware that it could significantly impact them over the next few years as more metro areas begin using it. At a […]
Learn what led to this popular trend Despite some notable exceptions, like the Golden Gate Bridge, a large number of steel bridges across the United States are painted a similar shade of sage green. Is it a coincidence? Not at all. This particular color became popular because it blends into many natural environments. In this […]
How the current state of natural gas pipelines could impact bridge managers Did you know: Some of the most vulnerable natural gas pipelines in the United States run under bridges? Most bridge owners and managers aren’t aware that the natural gas infrastructure suspended under their roadbeds could be vulnerable for two reasons: If it was […]
Why did they do that? In a world of banal bridges, new ones are being built that inspire fresh thinking, improve the lives of people and in a few cases, make us smile or even laugh. Check out some of the world’s most unusual bridges. Lego Bridge – Wuppertal, Germany View underneath the unique Lego Bridge. […]
What happens when bridges reach the ultimate level of disrepair? With almost four out of 10 of the nation’s bridges reaching the end of their design lives, it’s a question that’s being addressed more often. Check out these three examples of bridges that have aged out and the impact it has on the communities around […]
In recent years, economists have recognized three key things bridges do that propel economic activity. #1 – Bridges are a critical component of a nation’s infrastructure, making it possible to ship raw materials and finished goods to factories, warehouses, suppliers, distributors, stores, and end-consumers. Bridges also facilitate travel so consumers can purchase goods and services […]
Companies and municipal agencies often question the value of offering training to employees. Developing (or purchasing) and delivering educational programs and materials can be time consuming and costly. Plus, taking employees away from their everyday tasks for learning opportunities can seem like a drain on an organization’s resources. However, employee training shouldn’t be thought of […]
Older U.S. cities like New York, Chicago, Boston, and Washington are known for their landmark bridges. However, over the years, Bridge Masters has worked on a number of notable structures in newer cities in the western United States. Check out some of the more interesting, historic, and picturesque ones. Burnside Bridge – Portland, Oregon This […]
Municipalities and other bridge managers: Are you concerned about finding contractors, repair people, equipment suppliers, and other services when you need them, especially in an emergency? Do you have a cumbersome procurement process that makes it impossible to get quick access to vendors? Are you looking for ways to gain control over your budget and […]