Construction
Resources to Construct a Cost-Effective Short Span Steel Bridge
The Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance provides free construction resources to assist bridge owners and designers with essential information to construct a steel bridge.
This section provides a complimentary library to construct the most efficient and cost-effective short span steel bridge.
In addition, the National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) developed Bridge Resources for Contractors, a library of practical tools and guidance to help contractors streamline bidding, improve constructability planning, and make informed decisions on material selection, corrosion protection, scheduling, and other aspects of steel bridge projects.
Design
NSBA Releases Guide to Steel Highway Grade Separation Bridges
NSBA has released the new Guide to Steel Highway Grade Separation Bridges, a comprehensive industry resource designed to support the planning, design and construction of steel highway overpass structures.
Steel Bridge Basics
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.
News
SSSBA Presents Steel Solutions for Rail Bridges
The SSSBA presented cost-effective, modular steel solutions for short span rail bridges and overpasses to address the evolving needs of rail infrastructure owners and designers.
News
President Biden’s Administration Highlights Progress in Investing in Infrastructure
In 2021, Congress passed the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, also known as the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. The administration recently released a report highlighting the progress.
Case Study
NCSPA Project Spotlight: Corrugated Steel Used for Culvert Rehabilitation Project
The National Corrugated Steel Pipe Association (NCSPA) spotlights a project that used galvanized corrugated metal pipe to rehabilitate a damaged culvert.
News
Bridge Construction Advancing Across the U.S: Further Work Ahead
Despite the declining number of deficient bridges, continued investment in sustainable solutions is needed to address current infrastructure-related challenges.
News
AISC Accepting Applications for Undergraduate Research Fellowship Program
The American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) is soliciting applications from individuals interested in researching topics related to structural steel design and construction (deadline April 26).
Short Span Steel Bridges