Steel Bridges – Beyond the Textbook: On-Demand Learning Program

Steel Bridges – Beyond the Textbook: On-Demand Learning Program

Topics: Education, Events, Professional

Topics: Steel bridge design, bridge preservation, corrosion protection, accelerated bridge construction, fabrication, coatings, case studies, and design tools

Cost: Free

Format: On-demand video presentations with downloadable presentation slides.

Continuing Education: The original live webinar series was accredited for AIA and RCEP continuing education. LU/PDH credit is not available for viewing the recorded on-demand presentations.

Overview

Missed the live webinar series? You can now access all six presentations on demand.

Steel Bridges – Beyond the Textbook brings together bridge owners, engineers, fabricators, contractors, coating specialists, and industry experts to share practical solutions drawn from real-world steel bridge projects. Through case studies, design guidance, contractor and fabricator perspectives, corrosion protection strategies, and proven engineering practices, this series goes beyond theory to provide information that can be applied directly to bridge projects.

Whether you are involved in bridge design, construction, maintenance, inspection, or infrastructure decision-making, this on-demand learning program provides practical guidance and proven solutions from industry experts. Each session includes the recorded presentation and downloadable slide deck, allowing you to learn at your own pace and revisit the material whenever needed.

Sponsors:

Co-Sponsored by the Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance and American Galvanizers Association

Co-Sponsored by the Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance and American Galvanizers Association

Webinar Sessions

Webinar 1

Economics of Short Span Steel Bridge Design and Construction, with a Fabricators Perspective

  • Overview: This session will present an evaluation of optimized steel plate girders as an economical and structurally efficient solution for 60’–100’ bridge spans, particularly where larger rolled beams may be less cost-competitive compared with other bridge systems. Attendees will review design comparisons, case studies, and implementation guidance, while also gaining a fabricator’s perspective on practical application, constructability, and project delivery considerations.
  • Speakers:
    • Dr. Michael Barker, SSSBA Director of Education and Professor, University of Wyoming
    • Tanner Genenbacher, Business Development Manager, DeLong’s Inc.
  • Watch Presentation (below):

 

Webinar 2

Galvanized Steel Bridge Case Studies – Performance in Practice (Part I)

  • Overview: This session will highlight real-world steel bridge case studies that demonstrate how corrosion protection systems can enhance bridge durability, reduce maintenance demands, and support long-term performance. Featured projects will showcase a variety of galvanized steel bridge applications, offering practical lessons learned and examples of successful bridge solutions from across the industry.
  • Speakers:
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Webinar 3

Innovative Bridge Design Practices Using Galvanized Coating Systems

  • Overview: This session will highlight innovative bridge design practices for corrosion control through real-world steel bridge case studies, including a series of buried bridges and the Buffalo Creek Bridge project in Iowa. Attendees will learn how galvanizing and duplex coating systems are being incorporated into modern bridge designs – including H-piles – to improve durability, reduce maintenance, and support long-term bridge preservation strategies.
  • Speakers:
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Webinar 4

Simplifying Short Span Steel Bridge Design and Construction, with a Contractors Perspective

  • Overview: This session introduces the SSSBA’s free eBEAM140 and eSPAN140 design tools, developed to simplify the design and construction of economical short span steel bridges using standard steel details based on AASHTO specifications. Attendees will also hear a contractor’s perspective on practical approaches to streamlining fabrication and construction to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and accelerate bridge project delivery.
  • Speakers:
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Webinar 5

Steel Bridge Protection Design Strategies and Duplex Coating Solutions

  • Overview: This session will explore practical bridge design and construction practices that help mitigate corrosion and improve long-term steel bridge performance. Attendees will also learn how duplex coating systems — combining galvanizing with paint or other protective coatings — can extend service life, reduce maintenance demands, and provide enhanced corrosion protection for steel bridge elements.
  • Speakers:
  • Watch Presentation (below)

 

Webinar 6

Galvanized Steel Bridge Case Studies – Performance in Practice (Part II)

  • Overview: This webinar highlights steel bridge success stories and key lessons learned from real-world projects. Attendees will gain practical insights into what has worked in design, construction, and preservation, and how those lessons can be applied to future steel bridge projects.
  • Speakers:
  • Watch Presentation (below)

 

 

  • Does the SSSBA offer educational opportunities?

    Steel Bridge Workshop

    Yes! The SSSBA offers educational opportunities to students and professionals:

    Professionals: The SSSBA provides complimentary half-day or full-day workshops on short span steel bridge design to states, counties, and design firms. Topics covered include practical and cost-effective steel bridge design and fabrication with eSPAN140, press-brake-formed steel tub girders, steel buried bridge design, galvanized coating solutions, and economical design with case studies, and more.  The workshops can take place virtually or in-person, compliments of the steel industry. Learn more.

    Students: The University of Wyoming and the Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance created a free 6-part live-lecture educational series to cover the many aspects of designing, fabricating, and constructing steel bridges. All students who successfully complete the education series will receive a Certificate of Completion from the University of Wyoming.  Learn more.

    Speakers:  The SSSBA provides expert speakers to present topics of interest on the cost-effective design and construction of short span steel bridges.  If you need a speaker for your next event, contact the SSSBA.

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