Short Span Steel Bridges Research
Research for Short Span Steel Bridges
This section provides various research and development reports for short span steel bridge structures.
News
“Long-Term Analysis for Short-Span Bridges” – Modern Steel Construction
A recent life-cycle cost analysis compares steel and concrete short-span bridges.
eSPAN140
Evaluation of Short Span Steel Bridge Design Standards
A design evaluation of two 80-foot simple short span steel bridges with cross-sections capable of carrying two traffic lanes.
Press Brake & Folded Plate
Research Reports: Development and Experimental Testing of Press Brake Tub Girders
Seven volume research report on the development and testing of steel press brake formed tub girders.
eSPAN140
Research Report: eSPAN140 Performance Assessment of Jesup South Bridge
Report is to discuss the development of eSPAN140 and its associated design standards.
Research
Research Report: An Assessment Of Weathering Steel Bridges In West Virginia
Report provides an assessment of the performance of the weathering steel bridges in West Virginia.
Case Study
Short Span Shake-Up
Missouri short span bridge study finds steel saved 25% over concrete.
Economics
Research Report: Life Cycle Costs Matter When Comparing Steel and Concrete Girder Bridges
Dr. Barker developed a database to determine and compare the life cycle costs of steel and concrete girder bridges.