Cable stayed bridge

The Arthur Ravenel, Jr. Bridge, Charleston, SC closed due to ice when this photo was made. The main span of the double cantilever truss bridge, fifth longest in the world, at 1050 feet and 150 feet above the Cooper River. The main span of the second cantilever, twelfth-longest in the world. The total length of the structure is about 2.7 miles, third longest cable stayed bridge in the Western Hemisphere, running path on the bridge extends beyond the bridge, and has a maximum grade of 5.6%

Rion-Antirion Bridge (Rion/Antirion, 2004) | Structurae

The Cooper River Bridge is 2.5 miles in total length and includes two major high-level interchanges on each end of the bridge. Opened to traffic in July 2005, this award-winning bridge opened one year ahead of schedule. At the time of opening it was the longest cable-stayed span in North America.

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The Millau Viaduct is a multispan cable-stayed bridge, completed in 2004 across the gorge valley of the Tarn near (west of) Millau in the Aveyron department, the Occitanie Region, Southern of France. The bridge is supported by 7 slender pillars and therefore resembles a sailing boat.

Designing bridges is one of the more challenging aspects of civil engineering. There are several different design techniques employed to span short, medium, and long distances. In this article, we take a look at one of the most popular bridge design systems of modern times - the cable-stayed bridge design system.

If you are visiting Charleston, you’ll want to check out the beautiful iconic bridge called Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge? This bridge has a rich history behind it and many interesting facts. Consider taking a boat tour to see the bridge up close and personal. Read more to learn about it. Names The 8-lane Arthur Ravenel Jr. Bridge

There are many bridges around the world that take us breath away with their grace, size and architecture. Here is a list of 10 most beautiful bridges in the world