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White Pass and Yukon Route (WP&YR) Railroad train ride from Skagway, Alaska to Fraser, British Columbia makes use of the incredible engineering accomplishment involved in building this railroad. The WP&YR was designated an international Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1994 in recognition of the difficult and hazardous obstacles, including unimaginable weather conditions, faced in the construction of the route.
An excavator with hydraulic hammer breaking concrete on a large construction site. The rising dust and the strong yellow-blue contrast create an atmosphere of raw energy and industrial power.
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One Penn Plaza, Midtown.
In most skyline shots this building looks like a giant slab dropped from hell, but I think I managed to add a little elegance against a cold January afternoon sky.
White Pass and Yukon Route (WP&YR) Railroad train ride from Skagway, Alaska to Fraser, British Columbia makes use of the incredible engineering accomplishment involved in building this railroad. The WP&YR was designated an international Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1994 in recognition of the difficult and hazardous obstacles, including unimaginable weather conditions, faced in the construction of the route.
White Pass and Yukon Route (WP&YR) Railroad train ride from Skagway, Alaska to Fraser, British Columbia makes use of the incredible engineering accomplishment involved in building this railroad. The WP&YR was designated an international Historic Civil Engineering Landmark in 1994 in recognition of the difficult and hazardous obstacles, including unimaginable weather conditions, faced in the construction of the route.
High Scaler sculpture by Steven Liguori
The man depicted on this monument is performing one of the most dangerous yet essential jobs in the construction of the (Boulder) Hoover Dam. Sitting in a bosun's chair, hundreds of feet in the air, his job was to set charges and clear the loose rock from the face of the canyon walls. This statue depicts Joe Kine, who performed the work of a high scaler at Boulder Dam, Glen Canyon Dam and other reclamation projects in the 1930's and 1940's. This monument is dedicated to all of the men who labored to build Hoover Dam.
[Description from plaque mounted on other side of the rock]
Exploring Rheinfelden's charming "s Insli" island, nestled right at the border with Germany. It’s a beloved spot for locals to meet, dip their feet in the Rhine, and unwind. Recently, erosion has taken a toll on this quaint island, washing away parts of the lower area and leaving the trees practically standing in the water. Thankfully, the town of Rheinfelden is taking action, reinforcing the lower part with large boulders. Here's a glimpse of the two giant excavators placing the stones along the island's edge. 🌳 #Rheinfelden #Insli #Rhine
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This is the former bridge crossing the Blackwater River on South Quay Road in Suffolk, VA. This bridge was built in 1940, and deemed structurally deficient. It was replaced in 2021, and reopened on May 4, 2023.
April 25, 2022 - "The Oosterschelde storm surge barrier (1976-1986)
The construction of the 9 kilometer long storm surge barrier the “Oosterscheldekering” is a complex and unique project. A structure of such enormous dimensions has never been built. The barrier consists of 65 pillars of 30 to 40 meters high and 62 sliders of 42 meters wide and 6 to 12 meters high. That makes the defense barrier (cost 2.5 billion euro) one of the most impressive hydraulic constructions in The Netherlands.
A lot of discussion precedes the construction of the barrier. At first, the plan is to close off the Oosterschelde with a solid dam. However, fishermen and nature conservationists revolt against this plan. The Oosterschelde is a unique nature reserve with more than 70 species of fish, 140 species of aquatic plants and algae and 350 species of benthic animals, which live on the sea bed. Building a solid dam would result in this nature reserve suffering irreparable damage.
Oosterschelde Open
Completely closing off the sea arm means the end of the salt water environment in the Oosterschelde and therefore also the cultivation of mussels and oysters. The protest – with the Oosterschelde Open as battle cry – does not fall on deaf ears. In 1975, the then Cabinet came up with the proposal to build an open barrier that could be closed by means of gates – if necessary.
A permeable barrier is much more expensive than a solid dam and thus the Cabinet’s proposal leads to fierce debates. In 1979 parliament approved the plan for the construction of the Oosterscheldekering." Previous text from the following website: watersnoodmuseum.nl/en/knowledgecentre/the-oosterschelde-...
July 9, 2023 - "The Botirões Bridge is a modern pedestrian bridge, with a circular shape, located in the Ria de Aveiro since 2006. This beautiful bridge is dedicated to the fishermen who in the past threw their nets in the rias (marnotos). Right above the bridge is a huge loop made of the same material as the bridge and intends to symbolize the hope of getting good fisheries. This is the only bridge in Aveiro that allows you to cross two channels, given its circular shape.
The Botirões Bridge is one of the countless and fantastic bridges that cross the Ria de Aveiro." Previous description: www.minube.pt/sitio-preferido/ponte-dos-botiroes-a3634930
This is the former bridge crossing the Blackwater River on South Quay Road in Suffolk, VA. This bridge was built in 1940, and deemed structurally deficient. It was replaced in 2021, and reopened on May 4, 2023.
Moscow is home to the world's deepest underground station, Bolshaya Koltsovaia (Circle Line), with platforms 85 meters below ground level, making it an engineering marvel. #Moscow #UndergroundWonders #EngineeringMarvel