No. 10 - I-85 Yadkin River Bridge Design-Build

Dec. 15, 2014

The new dual bridges span a wetland, river and three

railroad tracks. To maximize effi ciency of the bridge

design, the team chose a modifi ed 77-in.-deep bulb-tee,

prestressed concrete girder for all concrete spans. To

eliminate the need for bridge overhang falsework, the

team implemented a special “edge girder” that also served

as the formwork for the deck slab overhang. The team

discovered by slightly widening the median of the bridge

to 70 ft that a single work bridge could be constructed in

the center median, reducing project cost, timeframe and

environmental impacts.

Sponsored Recommendations

Our new Bridge Hanger animation demonstrates how fast and easy it is to install light, sturdy fiberglass conduit onto bridges.
Learn how Champion Flame Shield® Provides a Safe Solution in Fire Sensitive Applications
See how fiberglass conduit stacks up to the competition in crucial areas like weight, corrosion resistance and installation cost.
See how Champion Fiberglass compares to PVC, GRC and PVC-coated steel in installation.