structural and bridge design

shortlots road over sterling creek
herkimer county highway department

 

Bridge Design


Bridge Design



MJ was responsible for the preliminary and final highway and bridge design for this project.  The proposed structure replaced the existing two-lane, two span bridge with a new two-lane single span weathering steel structure on the existing alignment.
 

Since this section of Sterling Creek was prone to flooding; MJ performed the hydraulic analysis to determine the required hydraulic opening necessary to provide enough freeboard for the 100-year design storm.  During construction, traffic was maintained on a temporary structure adjacent to the existing/proposed structure.  MJ prepared public information materials and assisted at a public presentation meeting to describe the project requirements and potential impacts on the surrounding community.