Steel Has the Solution

Interested in using steel for your next bridge project? We can help! The Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance (non-profit) is a group of steel bridge industry leaders offering free resources and project assistance.

Precision Beam Calculations, Simplified

Want to optimize your beam designs? eBEAM140 is a free Excel-based tool for designing and refining simple span composite and noncomposite steel bridge beams.

Create Simple Span Bridge Designs in 5-Minutes

Want to build your own bridge? eSPAN140 is a free online design tool which provides customized steel solutions for bridges up to 140 feet.

Find a Supplier to Build Your Next Bridge Project

Looking for suppliers that specialize in short span bridges? The SSSBA provides free access to a complete online listing of manufacturers and suppliers.

Receive Expert Assistance For a Future Project

Do you have questions or need support for your next steel bridge project? The SSSBA offers free assistance for bridge owners and designers.

The Latest

Events

Free 4-Part Quarterly Webinar Series: Steel Bridge Playbook (Starts Feb. 24)

This free, four-part quarterly webinar series delivers expert insights on steel bridge design, preservation, and innovation. Explore essential design resources, corrosion protection through galvanizing, accelerated construction methods, and real-world case studies to gain practical guidance for every steel bridge project. Sponsored by SSSBA and AGA.

Events

SSSBA to Present on Accelerated Steel Bridge Design at Mid Atlantic Quality Assurance Workshop (Feb. 9-11)

The SSSBA will participate in the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Quality Assurance Workshop in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Don’t miss Dr. Michael Barker’s presentation on Feb. 10, 3:00–3:40 p.m. ET, highlighting practical approaches for cost-efficient, accelerated short span steel bridges.

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State DOT Leaders Share Perspectives on Reauthorization at TRB

A roundtable at the 2026 Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting highlighted state DOT priorities for reauthorization, including formula funding, safety, and faster project delivery.

Events

New Jersey Short Span Steel Bridge Workshop (Feb. 12 – Trenton, NJ)

Sponsored by the SSSBA, the New Jersey workshop offers practical, up-to-date guidance on cost-effective, durable steel bridge solutions to help local agencies address infrastructure needs and make the most of limited resources.

News

Help Provide an Amazing Competition for Student Bridge Engineers!

AISC/NSBA is seeking volunteers to support the Student Steel Bridge Competition, helping teams from more than 200 colleges and universities—no experience required.

Events

Steel Bridge Lecture: Steel Solutions for Local Communities (Ft. Collins, CO – Feb. 19)

Join the SSSBA and Structural Engineers Association of Colorado (SEAC) on February 19 in Fort Collins, Colorado, for “Building Bridges: Steel Solutions for Local Communities” presented by Dr. Michael Barker. Learn how short span steel bridges cut costs, speed construction, and earn 1.0 PDH.

Events

NSBA and Purdue Offer Free Steel Bridge Seminar Series (Starts Feb. 4)

Hosted by Purdue University and sponsored by the National Steel Bridge Alliance, this four-part webinar series features leading experts presenting state-of-practice topics across steel bridge fabrication, design, evaluation and inspection.

News

Bridge Construction Expected to be Strong in 2026, Says ARTBA

According to ARTBA’s newly released market outlook, the U.S. transportation construction market is expected to grow nearly three percent to a record $209.1 billion in 2026,

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News

SSSBA to Present on Accelerated Steel Bridge Design at Mid Atlantic Quality Assurance Workshop (Feb. 9-11)

The SSSBA will participate in the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Quality Assurance Workshop in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Don’t miss Dr. Michael Barker’s presentation on Feb. 10, 3:00–3:40 p.m. ET, highlighting practical approaches for cost-efficient, accelerated short span steel bridges.
State DOT Leaders Share Perspectives on Reauthorization at TRB

A roundtable at the 2026 Transportation Research Board Annual Meeting highlighted state DOT priorities for reauthorization, including formula funding, safety, and faster project delivery.
Help Provide an Amazing Competition for Student Bridge Engineers!

AISC/NSBA is seeking volunteers to support the Student Steel Bridge Competition, helping teams from more than 200 colleges and universities—no experience required.
Bridge Construction Expected to be Strong in 2026, Says ARTBA

According to ARTBA’s newly released market outlook, the U.S. transportation construction market is expected to grow nearly three percent to a record $209.1 billion in 2026,
Building Better Bridges in 2025 – On-Demand Steel Bridge Video Series

In this four-part, on-demand video series, watch leading industry experts share insights on cost-efficient, resilient steel bridge design and installation. Downloadable presentation materials are available.
AASHTO Offers Guardrail Courses On Basics, Installation and Maintenance

AASHTO recently submitted its surface transportation reauthorization recommendations to the U.S. Department of Transportation in response to the agency’s Request for Information.
AASHTO/NSBA Release Updated Steel Bridge Fabrication QA/QC Guidelines

The AASHTO/NSBA Steel Bridge Collaboration has released the updated G4.1 Steel Bridge Fabrication QC/QA Guidelines, outlining minimum quality control and assurance requirements to support consistent inspections and verification.

Upcoming Events

Free 4-Part Quarterly Webinar Series: Steel Bridge Playbook (Starts Feb. 24)

This free, four-part quarterly webinar series delivers expert insights on steel bridge design, preservation, and innovation. Explore essential design resources, corrosion protection through galvanizing, accelerated construction methods, and real-world case studies to gain practical guidance for every steel bridge project. Sponsored by SSSBA and AGA.
SSSBA to Present on Accelerated Steel Bridge Design at Mid Atlantic Quality Assurance Workshop (Feb. 9-11)

The SSSBA will participate in the 2026 Mid-Atlantic Quality Assurance Workshop in Hershey, Pennsylvania. Don’t miss Dr. Michael Barker’s presentation on Feb. 10, 3:00–3:40 p.m. ET, highlighting practical approaches for cost-efficient, accelerated short span steel bridges.
New Jersey Short Span Steel Bridge Workshop (Feb. 12 – Trenton, NJ)

Sponsored by the SSSBA, the New Jersey workshop offers practical, up-to-date guidance on cost-effective, durable steel bridge solutions to help local agencies address infrastructure needs and make the most of limited resources.
Steel Bridge Lecture: Steel Solutions for Local Communities (Ft. Collins, CO – Feb. 19)

Join the SSSBA and Structural Engineers Association of Colorado (SEAC) on February 19 in Fort Collins, Colorado, for “Building Bridges: Steel Solutions for Local Communities” presented by Dr. Michael Barker. Learn how short span steel bridges cut costs, speed construction, and earn 1.0 PDH.
NSBA and Purdue Offer Free Steel Bridge Seminar Series (Starts Feb. 4)

Hosted by Purdue University and sponsored by the National Steel Bridge Alliance, this four-part webinar series features leading experts presenting state-of-practice topics across steel bridge fabrication, design, evaluation and inspection.
Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance Semi-Annual Meeting – March 5, 2026

SSSBA members are invited to attend the next semi-annual meeting, available virtually or in person in Washington, D.C., to discuss the latest research, technical advancements and educational initiatives in steel bridge design and construction.
Free Steel Bridge Plate Girder Design Course: 6-Part Live Webinar Series (Starts Dec. 2)

BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND! Take your bridge design skills to the next level in this free six-part webinar series led by Dr. Michael Barker, University of Wyoming. Learn step-by-step how to design a composite plate girder bridge and earn a certificate of completion in this brand-new course from the SSSBA.