1. The Bridge Pipeline.
- Author
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Gawlik, Kate
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ROCK bolts , *PIERS , *BRIDGES , *CHEMICAL processes , *MECHANICAL engineers - Abstract
The article discusses the state of bridge infrastructure in the United States. According to the American Road & Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA) Bridge Report, there has been a slight improvement in the number of bridges in poor condition, but there are still approximately 42,400 bridges in poor condition. The report also highlights the availability of funds from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) to address bridge repairs and improvements. Various states have accessed a portion of these funds, with California being the leader in fiscal year 2024. The article also mentions specific bridge projects, such as the Interstate 270 Chain of Rocks Bridge, and the use of high-performance coating systems to protect bridges. Additionally, it discusses Nucor's efforts to produce sustainable steel products for the bridge market and the construction of the 1915 Çanakkale Bridge in Turkey. [Extracted from the article]
- Published
- 2024