Roads & Bridges' Top 10 Bridge awards

Roads & Bridges' Top 10 Bridge awards, created in 2000, recognize the top projects in North America. Each year, nominations are submitted to the R&B editorial staff, which determines the Top 10 list based on project challenges, impact to region and scope of work.

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Top 10 Bridges - 2025 Winners

TxDOT’s New Harbor Bridge transforms regional commerce and connectivity
A modern multimodal crossing that strengthens Kansas City’s connections and drives economic growth
A seismic-resilient span and landscaped lid that reconnects Seattle neighborhoods and sets a new standard for sustainable urban design
How crews tackled an emergency on the Blue Mesa Middle Bridge.
Upgrades to the landmarked structure required modern engineering mixed with dedication to the bridge’s cultural integrity
The Sycamore Trail’s Pedestrian Overcrossing Bridge needed to work around an active highway reconstruction and navigate property lines and utilities
Rehabilitation of the KCT Railway Highline Lift Bridge innovatively reused materials and retrofitted existing towers to lengthen functional life span
David Kensler with Kenrick Media LLC
A view of the Bowman Road Covered Bridge in Macon, Ga.
A timber bridge delivers durability and architectural elegance to Georgia
The King Avenue/Grandin Road Bridge replacement delivers modern design, multimodal access, and flood resilience to a critical Ohio connector
The MBTA West Route over South Elm Street Bridge was replaced using advanced engineering techniques