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PROJECT OVERVIEW The design of this bridge involves one of the first uses
of the Inverted Tee Girders in the State of Iowa. Although they had been
used in Nebraska prior to this project, it was on a limited basis. Because
of vertical height constraints and the restrictions caused by the need to
stage construction, while leaving the existing piers in place, the use of
the Inverted Tee Girders allowed for more flexibility than would either a
Continuous Concrete Slab Bridge or a Pretensioned Prestressed Concrete
Beam Bridge. Although this bridge is being constructed over the Union
Pacific Railroad tracks, the use of the Inverted Tee Girder resulted in
the elimination of the need for false work which should greatly ease
construction. Bridge aesthetics played an important role in this structure
with the use of ornamental railing and light pole bases.
The Design of this bridge is by HR Green Company. The bridge is expected to start construction in the Spring of 2000 and take 165 days to complete. The bridge has been successfully completed. Bridge Specifics. City:
Clinton, Iowa
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