Short Span Steel Bridges 
Steel Bridge Essentials: 6-Part Video Series
The Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance (SSSBA), National Steel Bridge Alliance (NSBA) and University of Wyoming hosted a six-part webinar series featuring a distinguished panel of 15 industry experts which provided educational information on topics essential to the design and installation of steel bridges.
The recorded webinars (June 2021) are now available to view on-demand. The overall general topics include:
- Using NSBA’s Guide for Routine Steel Bridge Design
- Live Demonstration of eSPAN140 and LRFD Simon
- Modern Corrosion Protection Systems
- Steel Bridge Case Studies
- Cost-Effective Use of Steel Bridges
- Innovative Steel Bridge Designs
* Please note: Professional development hours are not included for viewing the recorded session on this website page. If you registered for the webinar series, you must complete the requirements directly on the University of Wyoming’s WyoLearn Learning Management System to obtain an attendance badge or certificate of completion.
15 Steel Bridge Webinars
Monday, June 14, 2021 – Using NSBA’s Guide for Routine Steel Bridge Design
Introduction to the NSBA Guide
- Presenter: Domenic Coletti (email), P.E., Principal Professional Associate, HDR, Inc.
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Using the Guide to Streamline Design
- Presenter: Brandon Chavel (email), Ph.D., P.E., Director of Market Development, National Steel Bridge Alliance
- Download Presentation Slides
Wednesday, June 16, 2o21 – Live Demonstration of eSPAN140 and LRFD Simon
Simple Span Bridge Design Using eSPAN140
- Presenter: Karl E. Barth, Ph.D. (email), Jack H. Samples Distinguished Professor, West Virginia University
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Three-Span Continuous Bridge Using LRFD SIMON
- Presenter: Devin Altman, P.E. (email), Bridge Steel Specialist, National Steel Bridge Alliance
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Friday, June 18, 2021 – Modern Corrosion Protection Systems
Durability Strategies for Steel Bridges (Part 1)
- Presenter: Jeff Carlson, P.E. (email), Director of Market Development, National Steel Bridge Alliance
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Durability Strategies for Steel Bridges (Part 2)
- Presenter Jennifer McConnell (email), Associate Professor, University of Delaware
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Monday, June 21, 2021 – Steel Bridge Case Studies
Seltice-Warner Prefabricated Rolled-Beam Bridge
- Presenter: Mark Storey, P.E. (email), Public Works Director / County Engineer, Whitman County (WA)
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M30 Truss Bridge
- Presenter: Shaun Bates, P.E. (email), Construction Engineer, Michigan Department of Transportation
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Montana Capitol Interchange Project
Wednesday, June 23, 2021 – Cost-Effective Use of Steel Bridges
Pricing Study of Recently Constructed Bridges
- Presenter: John Hastings, P.E. (email), Bridge Steel Specialist, Southeastern Market, National Steel Bridge Alliance
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Historical Life Cycle Costs of Steel and Concrete Girder Bridges
- Presenter: Michael G. Barker, Ph.D. (email), Professor, Civil & Architectural Engineering, University of Wyoming
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Friday, June 25, 2021 – Innovative Steel Bridge Designs
Press Brake Steel Tub Girders
- Presenter: Michael G. Barker, Ph.D. (email), Professor, Civil & Architectural Engineering, University of Wyoming (as a replacement for Bradley Elder, P.E. (email), County Bridge Engineer, Mercer County Bridge Department (PA)
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Buried Steel Bridges
- Presenter: Joel Hahm, P.E. (email), Senior Engineer, Contech Engineered Solutions LLC
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Vermont River Road Bridge
Link Slab Bridges
- Presenter: Michael P Culmo, P.E. (email), Chief Bridge Engineer, CHA Consulting, Inc.
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Does the SSSBA offer educational opportunities?
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.
Events
Free Steel Bridge Plate Girder Design Course: 6-Part Live Webinar Series (Starts Feb. 24)
Registration Opens February 18! 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 course from the SSSBA.
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.