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The curved pedestrian bridge was conceived by Peter Jarrold. The bridge at just over 80m in length, is a dynamic and unique bridge over the River Wensum, Norwich.
It's funny what you find when you're tidying up. Today I came across a file which had a load of stuff I thought we'd already sold in it. Now I'm going to remedy that so here's the ebay link...
First up we have 'Let every man praise the bridge that carries him over' which is an old English proverb as far as I can tell. In this case the bridge in question is an unusual woman/bridge hybrid and has carried him from one side of Antartica to the other. Now whilst this bridge may not appear entirely practical it still lets you traverse from one side of a continent to the other, which is certainly something considering how much capital building projects of this size tend to cost. Although saying that it's not exactly apparent how you are meant to disembark from the bridge when you reach her face. It would seem perhaps some kind of nose ladder would possibly be in order. Either that or i've mixed my metaphors entirely and was trying to get across the notion that 'behind every great man is a great woman'. I'm not entirely sure myself...
It consists of some stencils, a bit of screen printing, some paint and some ink on an old National Geographic map of Antartica. She measures a wall friendly 62 cm x 48 cm and would look lovely once framed. It's signed on the reverse.
Cheers
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Springfield Main Street Bridge (1929), also called Willamette River Springfield Bridge, is a 3-span continuous Warren through truss bridge over the Willamette River, between Springfield and Eugene. Striking features of this bridge, constructed in 1929, are the graceful arch-shaped curvature of its polygonal top chord geometry, decorative concrete railings and entrance pylon ornamental lights. The bridge was designed by Conde B McCullough, acclaimed bridge engineer and designer of many arched bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway noted for their beauty and innovation. Other notable features: it is one of only three pre-1941 continuous truss designs, and it is the largest non-cantilever truss span in the state. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Peter DeFazio Bridge (1999) is a pedestrian and bicycle suspension bridge across the Willamette River in Eugene. Its eye-catching form displays interesting and unique architecture, with a modernist take on the classic suspension bridge. The DeFazio Bridge is celebrated for providing transportation and recreation opportunities that are in harmony with the natural environment, conveniently connecting several multi-use pathways and serving as primary bicycle-pedestrian artery between downtown Eugene and neighborhoods north of the river. Gradual grades on main span, approach ramps and stairs make this bridge the functional equivalent of the ultimate freeway spaghetti-interchange for pedestrians and bicyclists, yet its artful architecture compliments the beautiful urban park setting of Alton Baker Park. The DeFazio Bridge enhances accessibility to, and use of, the park – a marvel of modern bridge engineering. The bridge was designed by Jiri Strasky of Strasky Husty and Partners, and OBEC Consulting Engineers, built by Mowat Construction Company, and named after the Oregon Congressman. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Last week when I stopped to photograph the train bridge that crosses Interstate 40 in western Putnam County, I also took a couple of shots of the pinned connection that I was standing right next to. Being a Structural Engineer, this is just some of the coolest stuff anywhere!! This particular bridge connection is a pinned type that restricts movement in the vertical and the horizontal direction but allows rotation. Cool, huh?!?
This was three bracketed photos that I combined in Photomatix to create this HDR. Further tweaks were made in PS.
By the way, did I mention that I love bridges...and this is the coolest thing ever?!?
"For I know the plans I have for you", declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." ~Jeremiah 29:11
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FEC New River Bridge (1978) is a single-leaf bascule railroad bridge spanning the navigable New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The design type is a through plate girder bridge of total span 70 feet /21.3m, providing a horizontal boat navigable clearance of 60 feet/18.3m. Additionally, the bridge comprises three 25-foot approach spans, plus a 14-foot machinery room span, from the north; and two 25-foot spans from the south. Notable was the use of weathering steel to eliminate environmental concerns around initial and future painting. By 1985, the weathering steel had reportedly reached a stable condition for its environment. One of the design criteria for this bridge was to double-track the crossing, removing the bottleneck of a single track bridge at this location dating back to 1912. Now, in the 21st Century, as freight trains are once again sharing the tracks with passenger trains operated by Brightline, alternatives are being studied through the New River Crossing Feasibility Study to further expand capacity by tunnel and various fixed/movable bridge replacement options. Owner: Florida East Coast Railway Company (FEC). Engineer: Greiner Engineering Sciences Inc. General Contractor: Powell Brothers Inc. Broward County, Florida, USA.
FEC New River Bridge (1978) is a single-leaf bascule railroad bridge spanning the navigable New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The design type is a through plate girder bridge of total span 70 feet /21.3m, providing a horizontal boat navigable clearance of 60 feet/18.3m. Additionally, the bridge comprises three 25-foot approach spans, plus a 14-foot machinery room span, from the north; and two 25-foot spans from the south. Notable was the use of weathering steel to eliminate environmental concerns around initial and future painting. By 1985, the weathering steel had reportedly reached a stable condition for its environment. One of the design criteria for this bridge was to double-track the crossing, removing the bottleneck of a single track bridge at this location dating back to 1912. Now, in the 21st Century, as freight trains are once again sharing the tracks with passenger trains operated by Brightline, alternatives are being studied through the New River Crossing Feasibility Study to further expand capacity by tunnel and various fixed/movable bridge replacement options. Owner: Florida East Coast Railway Company (FEC). Engineer: Greiner Engineering Sciences Inc. General Contractor: Powell Brothers Inc. Broward County, Florida, USA.
Clifton Suspension Bridge, Bristol, UK - 2018
The Clifton Suspension Bridge opened in 1864, it was designed by William Henry Barlow and John Hawkshaw based on the earlier proposal by Isambard Kingdom Brunel.
The 56m-high Port Said Lighthouse built by French architect Francois Coignet in 1869. Considered extremely inovative at the time, it is said to be the first ever construction using reinforced concrete as a structural material. The lighthouse was built as a guide for ships passing through the Suez Canal but is no longer used today.
Snow-Reed Bridge (1925) is the oldest bridge in Fort Lauderdale, and the last operational swing span bridge surviving in South Florida. In 1989, 64 years after construction, it was designated a historic landmark and renamed from the Southwest 11th Avenue Bridge to Snow-Reed Bridge, for the two mayors whose terms spanned its 1924-5 construction. The bridge spans the North Fork of the New River and was constructed on the north-south alignment of SW 11th Avenue, connecting the neighborhoods of Riverside and Sailboat Bend. The structure is a Warren Pony Swing Metal Truss – the Pony part being simply a through truss that lacks overhead cross-bracing between the top chords. Nice cantilevered sidewalks appear to have been added at some point. The bridge has no practical vertical clearance, while it obstructs a navigable river, so an on-site bridge operator is required 24/7. A one-year major renovation ending in 2010 added a new octagonal-shaped bridge tender control house while retaining and restoring the original bridge tender’s house. Notable also is this old bridge’s vulnerability to sea-level rise; its swing mechanics are set just inches above sea water tide levels, so the mechanics are repeatedly submerged in salt water. Builder: Champion Bridge Company, Wilmington, Ohio. Broward County, Florida, USA.
For many years, the Miami-Dade County Courthouse, at an elevation of 360 feet, was reputed to be the tallest building south of Baltimore.
It was the County's first high-rise and is in the National Register of Historic Places. Efforts to refurbish this magnificent structure and restore it to its original grandeur have been underway since 1981 by Architect James W. Piersol, AIA of M.C Harry Associates Architects of Miami.
The restoration and renovations initially stabilized the terra cotta facade and installed new life safety systems. In 1982, the idea of restoring the lobby to its original distinction was the passion of both Architect James Piersol and engineer Don Youatt, of the Miami-Dade Planning and Development Department. With a little less than half of the funding necessary for the lobby restoration project in hand ($300,000 grant approved by the Legislature in 1996), the Dade County Bar Association acted as the fund-raising umbrella and initiate a drive to raise the remainder needed from lawyers and the general public. A few years later, the same team restored Courtroom 6-1, which had been the site of many infamous trials over the years.
Today, the Miami-Dade County Courthouse provides offices, chambers, and courtrooms for the clerks and judiciary assigned to both the Circuit and County Civil Court and the Family Court.
When county government was established following the Civil War, public records were so sparse they could be carried in a carpetbag and most probably were. Therefore, the "courthouse" was wherever the county's chief office holder decided to do business.
In 1890, Dade County's first courthouse stood in the town of Juno, Florida some ten miles north of West Palm Beach. At that time, Dade County covered more territory than it does today, stretching from Bahia Honda Key, in the middle Keys, up to the St. Lucie River, near present-day Port St. Lucie.
Juno was chosen as the "county seat" because of its strategic location at the southern terminus of the Jupiter-Juno railroad. Juno also held the northern terminus of the boat and connecting the stagecoach line to Miami. The courthouse remained in Juno (now no longer in existence) until 1899 when it was moved to Miami down the inland waterway on a barge and was placed on the banks of the Miami River, east of the old Miami Avenue bridge.
The building was two-story wooden frame construction, housing offices and jail cells on the ground floor and a courtroom on the second floor. It has a Neoclassical design, in 1904 this building was replaced by a new courthouse building situated on Flagler Street (then known as Twelfth Street). It was a magnificent building constructed of limestone, having an elegant red-domed top, at the cost of $47,000. It was anticipated that this courthouse would serve the city for at least fifty years; however, no one was prepared for the rapid growth Miami experienced during this period, and by 1924, only twenty years later, there was serious talk of the need for a larger courthouse.
In the early 1920s, architect A. Ten Eyck Brown entered a design competition for Atlanta City Hall, which was rejected. He then made the plans available to Dade County, and City and County officials readily approved them. It was decided by the officials to build the new courthouse at the same location as the existing one on Flagler Street. Construction began in 1925, with workers erecting the new building around the existing structure, which was then dismantled. Community leaders and citizens alike voiced excitement over the new 28 stories "skyscraper" that would soon dominate the skyline.
Unexpectedly, construction was halted when the building reached ten stories. It was discovered that the "high-rise" was sinking into the spongy ground. Engineers consulted with an architect from Mexico City, who had encountered a similar problem while building the city's opera house. The consultant determined that the foundation pilings were not set deep enough. To correct the problem, cement supports were poured, which take up much of the space in the building's basement file room even to this day.
The courthouse was finally completed in 1928 at the cost of $4 million (USD 2013 $54.5 million). Initially, it served as both the Dade County Courthouse and the Miami City Hall. Jail cells occupied the top nine floors because these heights offered "maximum security" and were considered escape-proof. In 1934, a prisoner housed on the twenty-first floor picked the lock of his jail cell window and used a fire hose to lower himself to freedom. In the years following, more than 70 prisoners escaped from this so-called "secure" prison.
Credit for the data above is given to the following websites:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Miami-Dade_County_Courthouse
www.emporis.com/buildings/122294/miami-dade-county-courth...
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from atop, i see the calm sea stretching beyond, a gentle contrast to the raw, unfinished textures at my feet. the mediterranean sun spills its silver light over a landscape of construction materials scattered carelessly—a reminder of the human touch altering natural serenity. the breeze carries the salty whispers of the sea, intertwining with the clatter of tiles and metal, singing a melody of transformation. here, in cala mayor, where the old gives way to the new, each day moulds the horizon a bit further, crafting a vista that marries the rugged charm of labor with the elegant expanse of the ocean. in this snapshot, the story of progress hums quietly—a testament to the unseen efforts that shape our views.
Earl Blumenauer Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge (2022), is a tied-arch type bridge design spanning the Interstate 84 freeway in Portland, Oregon, USA. The bridge is aligned with NE 7th Avenue, connecting neighborhoods in Northeast Portland for bicycle and pedestrian users, but not for vehicular traffic. The design does accommodate use by emergency vehicles in the event of some catastrophic or seismic emergency. Previously known during design development as Sullivan’s Crossing, the bridge was dedicated and named for Congressman Earl Blumenauer, advocate for rail and streetcar mass transit, and promoter of commuting by bicycle. Construction was completed in 2022. Nikon PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 at f/16.
Let every man praise the bridge that carries him over. In this case it's an unusual woman/bridge hybrid and has carried him from one side of Antartica to the other. Now whilst this bridge may not appear entirely practical it still lets you traverse from one side of a continent to the other, which is certainly something considering how much capital building projects of this size tend to cost. Although saying that it's not exactly apparent how you are meant to disembark from the bridge when you reach her face. It would seem perhaps some kind of nose ladder would possibly be in order. Either that or i've mixed my metaphors entirely and was trying to get across the notion that 'behind every great man is a great woman'. I'm not entirely sure myself...
Cheers
id-iom
FEC New River Bridge (1978) is a single-leaf bascule railroad bridge spanning the navigable New River in downtown Fort Lauderdale. The design type is a through plate girder bridge of total span 70 feet /21.3m, providing a horizontal boat navigable clearance of 60 feet/18.3m. Additionally, the bridge comprises three 25-foot approach spans, plus a 14-foot machinery room span, from the north; and two 25-foot spans from the south. Notable was the use of weathering steel to eliminate environmental concerns around initial and future painting. By 1985, the weathering steel had reportedly reached a stable condition for its environment. One of the design criteria for this bridge was to double-track the crossing, removing the bottleneck of a single track bridge at this location dating back to 1912. Now, in the 21st Century, as freight trains are once again sharing the tracks with passenger trains operated by Brightline, alternatives are being studied through the New River Crossing Feasibility Study to further expand capacity by tunnel and various fixed/movable bridge replacement options. Owner: Florida East Coast Railway Company (FEC). Engineer: Greiner Engineering Sciences Inc. General Contractor: Powell Brothers Inc. Broward County, Florida, USA.
The Tempozan Bridge in Osaka is a striking architectural marvel that perfectly balances form and function. This cable-stayed bridge, located in the Tempozan Harbor Village area, spans the mouth of the Aji River and connects two vital districts of Osaka. Designed for efficiency and aesthetic appeal, the bridge features a sleek, minimalistic design that integrates seamlessly with the city’s modern skyline. Its towering central pylon, accentuated by a web of gracefully stretched steel cables, exemplifies advanced engineering while creating an iconic silhouette against the blue Osaka sky.
Opened in 1990, the Tempozan Bridge has since become a symbol of Osaka’s rapid urban development during the late 20th century. At the time of its completion, it was one of the longest cable-stayed bridges in Japan, showcasing groundbreaking advancements in construction techniques. The bridge provides a crucial link for vehicular traffic, enhancing connectivity and trade in one of Japan’s busiest ports.
What makes Tempozan Bridge particularly captivating is its integration with the surrounding landmarks. The area is home to attractions like the Tempozan Ferris Wheel, Osaka Aquarium Kaiyukan, and Tempozan Marketplace, creating a hub of activity both for locals and tourists. A walk along the waterfront offers spectacular views of the bridge, with the water reflecting its intricate design. For photography enthusiasts, the bridge presents an excellent subject during golden hour, its steel cables glowing with soft light against the bustling cityscape.
Whether you're an architecture admirer or a casual visitor, Tempozan Bridge is more than just a piece of infrastructure—it's a testament to Osaka’s innovative spirit and the harmonious blend of function and artistry in modern Japan.
Booth-Kelly Railroad Bridge (1882), now called Hayden Bridge, is a single span Whipple through truss spanning the McKenzie River in Springfield. A Whipple truss is a (stronger) variation of the Pratt truss, also called a “Double Intersection Pratt”, characterized by diagonal tension members crossing adjacent verticals, thereby spanning two panels instead of just one for the Pratt truss. It is considered the oldest surviving bridge in Oregon, while rare and significant for its wrought iron Phoenix columns. This bridge has been moved once. Originally built in 1882 by Phoenixville Bridge Works at Corrine, Utah, it was dismantled and relocated in 1901 to its current location to serve the since abandoned Weyerhaeuser Logging Railway. The bridge was abandoned in 1987, then decked for pedestrian use and reopened in 2019. Notable also is the use of longitudinal bracing rods beneath the bottom chord bracing the deck beams. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Peter DeFazio Bridge (1999) is a pedestrian and bicycle suspension bridge across the Willamette River in Eugene. Its eye-catching form displays interesting and unique architecture, with a modernist take on the classic suspension bridge. The DeFazio Bridge is celebrated for providing transportation and recreation opportunities that are in harmony with the natural environment, conveniently connecting several multi-use pathways and serving as primary bicycle-pedestrian artery between downtown Eugene and neighborhoods north of the river. Gradual grades on main span, approach ramps and stairs make this bridge the functional equivalent of the ultimate freeway spaghetti-interchange for pedestrians and bicyclists, yet its artful architecture compliments the beautiful urban park setting of Alton Baker Park. The DeFazio Bridge enhances accessibility to, and use of, the park – a marvel of modern bridge engineering. The bridge was designed by Jiri Strasky of Strasky Husty and Partners, and OBEC Consulting Engineers, built by Mowat Construction Company, and named after the Oregon Congressman. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Booth-Kelly Railroad Bridge (1882), now called Hayden Bridge, is a single span Whipple through truss spanning the McKenzie River in Springfield. A Whipple truss is a (stronger) variation of the Pratt truss, also called a “Double Intersection Pratt”, characterized by diagonal tension members crossing adjacent verticals, thereby spanning two panels instead of just one for the Pratt truss. It is considered the oldest surviving bridge in Oregon, while rare and significant for its wrought iron Phoenix columns. This bridge has been moved once. Originally built in 1882 by Phoenixville Bridge Works at Corrine, Utah, it was dismantled and relocated in 1901 to its current location to serve the since abandoned Weyerhaeuser Logging Railway. The bridge was abandoned in 1987, then decked for pedestrian use and reopened in 2019. Notable also is the use of longitudinal bracing rods beneath the bottom chord bracing the deck beams. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Peter DeFazio Bridge (1999) is a pedestrian and bicycle suspension bridge across the Willamette River in Eugene. Its eye-catching form displays interesting and unique architecture, with a modernist take on the classic suspension bridge. The DeFazio Bridge is celebrated for providing transportation and recreation opportunities that are in harmony with the natural environment, conveniently connecting several multi-use pathways and serving as primary bicycle-pedestrian artery between downtown Eugene and neighborhoods north of the river. Gradual grades on main span, approach ramps and stairs make this bridge the functional equivalent of the ultimate freeway spaghetti-interchange for pedestrians and bicyclists, yet its artful architecture compliments the beautiful urban park setting of Alton Baker Park. The DeFazio Bridge enhances accessibility to, and use of, the park – a marvel of modern bridge engineering. The bridge was designed by Jiri Strasky of Strasky Husty and Partners, and OBEC Consulting Engineers, built by Mowat Construction Company, and named after the Oregon Congressman. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Armitage Bridge (1887), also called Coburg Railroad Bridge and McKenzie River Railroad Bridge (historically, John Day Railroad Bridge), is a single span Whipple through truss bridge over the McKenzie River, between Eugene and Coburg. This bridge has been moved once. Originally erected in 1887 across the John Day River at the confluence with the Columbia River, it was dismantled and relocated here in 1907 by the American Bridge Company for new owners, Southern Pacific Railroad. This bridge was designed by prominent American civil engineer and great bridge engineer, George S. Morison, who designed many major bridges, some of similar configuration to this one. The bridge is made of wrought iron, pin-connected, and riveted throughout, making it one of the few remaining bridges of its era. Further, while this bridge was a relatively small project for Morison, it remains one of the few surviving Morison bridges of this distinctive configuration. Notable features are the deep lattice portal bracing, mid-height horizontal beam in the end panels and cast-iron decorative details, like the date plate. Lane County, Oregon, USA. Nikon PC-Nikkor 35mm f/2.8 at f/11.
Beside the Suzhou Creek stands the Broadway Mansions (now a hotel) designed by Palmer & Turner and completed in 1934. The 'camelback' Waibaidu Bridge (1907) spans alongside
The new underground line between Washermanpet and Korukkupet readied by the Chennai Metro Rail Limited. This line included two station as part of Phase 1 extension to Wimco Nagar. The line will offer the residents of North Chennai neighbourhoods access to the transport system. It is expected to be ready in 20 months after contract are awarded.
2 kms of the line will run beneath the northern suburbs of New Washerman pet and Korukkupet. The alignment from Thyagaraya College to Korukkupet Junction have been formed up. Also, authorities have marked areas of potential impact of work on the buildings around proposed stations and tunnels.
According to sources, the silty clay soil will make it easy for boring machine to cut through. However, as the stations have to be built around the 2 km stretch, which is extremely congested, the underground stations will be tough. Phase I of the extension line will begin at Washermanpet underground station. This is part of the Airport - Washermanpet corridor. The tunnel for the line will begin near the Mint flyover. This will be bored under the railway line to Beach station.
Snow-Reed Bridge (1925) is the oldest bridge in Fort Lauderdale, and the last operational swing span bridge surviving in South Florida. In 1989, 64 years after construction, it was designated a historic landmark and renamed from the Southwest 11th Avenue Bridge to Snow-Reed Bridge, for the two mayors whose terms spanned its 1924-5 construction. The bridge spans the North Fork of the New River and was constructed on the north-south alignment of SW 11th Avenue, connecting the neighborhoods of Riverside and Sailboat Bend. The structure is a Warren Pony Swing Metal Truss – the Pony part being simply a through truss that lacks overhead cross-bracing between the top chords. Nice cantilevered sidewalks appear to have been added at some point. The bridge has no practical vertical clearance, while it obstructs a navigable river, so an on-site bridge operator is required 24/7. A one-year major renovation ending in 2010 added a new octagonal-shaped bridge tender control house while retaining and restoring the original bridge tender’s house. Notable also is this old bridge’s vulnerability to sea-level rise; its swing mechanics are set just inches above sea water tide levels, so the mechanics are repeatedly submerged in salt water. Builder: Champion Bridge Company, Wilmington, Ohio. Broward County, Florida, USA.
This is the 2nd Water Tower that is located on the Bemis Cotton Mill property and is behind the buildings and right next to the pond in the rear. Observing it from below gives a cool perspective of all the structure and connections that make-up the engineering that went into this tower. Since the first construction on the mill was started in 1900, I'd say that this was engineered pretty well to stand the test of time...
Three bracketed photos were taken and combined with Photomatix to create this HDR image. Additional adjustments were made in Photoshop.
“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the LORD, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.” ~Jeremiah 29:11
The John Hancock Center, also known by Chicagoans as "Big John", is one of the city's icons. The exterior members of the steel frame represent a tube while the diagonal members provide the structural stiffness and bracing support to keep it steady amid strong winds, as well as some critical structural floors that coincide with the intersections of the diagonals and the corner columns.
Olympus PEN Mini E-PM2 with M. Zuiko 17mm f/1.8
Richardson Bridge (1912) is a rare example of a double-intersection Warren through truss design. A Warren truss (or equilateral truss) utilizes equilateral triangles in its truss geometry for ultimate weight-saving efficiency. This bridge has been moved twice, but remaining within Oregon. Originally built in 1912 over the Crooked River in Crook County, it was relocated in 1956 to a crossing of the Siuslaw River in Lane County, and finally, in 1986, relocated to its current location in West Eugene and converted to a pedestrian-bicycle crossing of Amazon Creek for the Fern Ridge Trail. Partial dismantling for the 1956 and 1986 relocations saw the original rivet fasteners being replaced with modern-era high strength bolts. Notable is the absence of upper lateral bracing. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Snow-Reed Bridge (1925) is the oldest bridge in Fort Lauderdale, and the last operational swing span bridge surviving in South Florida. In 1989, 64 years after construction, it was designated a historic landmark and renamed from the Southwest 11th Avenue Bridge to Snow-Reed Bridge, for the two mayors whose terms spanned its 1924-5 construction. The bridge spans the North Fork of the New River and was constructed on the north-south alignment of SW 11th Avenue, connecting the neighborhoods of Riverside and Sailboat Bend. The structure is a Warren Pony Swing Metal Truss – the Pony part being simply a through truss that lacks overhead cross-bracing between the top chords. Nice cantilevered sidewalks appear to have been added at some point. The bridge has no practical vertical clearance, while it obstructs a navigable river, so an on-site bridge operator is required 24/7. A one-year major renovation ending in 2010 added a new octagonal-shaped bridge tender control house while retaining and restoring the original bridge tender’s house. Notable also is this old bridge’s vulnerability to sea-level rise; its swing mechanics are set just inches above sea water tide levels, so the mechanics are repeatedly submerged in salt water. Builder: Champion Bridge Company, Wilmington, Ohio. Broward County, Florida, USA.
Springfield Main Street Bridge (1929), also called Willamette River Springfield Bridge, is a 3-span continuous Warren through truss bridge over the Willamette River, between Springfield and Eugene. Striking features of this bridge, constructed in 1929, are the graceful arch-shaped curvature of its polygonal top chord geometry, decorative concrete railings and entrance pylon ornamental lights. The bridge was designed by Conde B McCullough, acclaimed bridge engineer and designer of many arched bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway noted for their beauty and innovation. Other notable features: it is one of only three pre-1941 continuous truss designs, and it is the largest non-cantilever truss span in the state. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Springfield Main Street Bridge (1929), also called Willamette River Springfield Bridge, is a 3-span continuous Warren through truss bridge over the Willamette River, between Springfield and Eugene. Striking features of this bridge, constructed in 1929, are the graceful arch-shaped curvature of its polygonal top chord geometry, decorative concrete railings and entrance pylon ornamental lights. The bridge was designed by Conde B McCullough, acclaimed bridge engineer and designer of many arched bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway noted for their beauty and innovation. Other notable features: it is one of only three pre-1941 continuous truss designs, and it is the largest non-cantilever truss span in the state. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
I don't know if these openings in the Transbay ramp surface are necessary from a structural purpose or if they're just a design choice. I tried to get a similar shot at night, but a parked car blocked access for the right perspective.
Frank Gehry was the architect for the Fisher Performing Arts Center at Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, 80 miles north of New York City and completed in 2003
top of the main entrance lobby, from the exterior
Fisher Center set here: www.flickr.com/photos/atelier79033/sets/72157611149177156/
Earl Blumenauer Bicycle and Pedestrian Bridge (2022), is a tied-arch type bridge design spanning the Interstate 84 freeway in Portland, Oregon, USA. The bridge is aligned with NE 7th Avenue, connecting neighborhoods in Northeast Portland for bicycle and pedestrian users, but not for vehicular traffic. The design does accommodate use by emergency vehicles in the event of some catastrophic or seismic emergency. Previously known during design development as Sullivan’s Crossing, the bridge was dedicated and named for Congressman Earl Blumenauer, advocate for rail and streetcar mass transit, and promoter of commuting by bicycle. Construction was completed in 2022. Nikon PC-Nikkor 28mm f/3.5 at f/11.
Springfield Main Street Bridge (1929), also called Willamette River Springfield Bridge, is a 3-span continuous Warren through truss bridge over the Willamette River, between Springfield and Eugene. Striking features of this bridge, constructed in 1929, are the graceful arch-shaped curvature of its polygonal top chord geometry, decorative concrete railings and entrance pylon ornamental lights. The bridge was designed by Conde B McCullough, acclaimed bridge engineer and designer of many arched bridges on the Oregon Coast Highway noted for their beauty and innovation. Other notable features: it is one of only three pre-1941 continuous truss designs, and it is the largest non-cantilever truss span in the state. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Orbit Tower: Anish Kapoor, Cecil Balmond, Ushida Findlay Architects, Arup. 2012.
Aquatics Centre: Zaha Hadid Architects, Arup, 2012. RIBA London Award, 2014.
London Borough of Newham.
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Richardson Bridge (1912) is a rare example of a double-intersection Warren through truss design. A Warren truss (or equilateral truss) utilizes equilateral triangles in its truss geometry for ultimate weight-saving efficiency. This bridge has been moved twice, but remaining within Oregon. Originally built in 1912 over the Crooked River in Crook County, it was relocated in 1956 to a crossing of the Siuslaw River in Lane County, and finally, in 1986, relocated to its current location in West Eugene and converted to a pedestrian-bicycle crossing of Amazon Creek for the Fern Ridge Trail. Partial dismantling for the 1956 and 1986 relocations saw the original rivet fasteners being replaced with modern-era high strength bolts. Notable is the absence of upper lateral bracing. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Orbit Tower May 2012 from Stratford Walk. Sculptor: Anish Kapoor, Structural Designer: Cecil Balmond, Architecture: Ushida Findlay Architects (UFA), Design and Engineering: Ove Arup. Olympic Park, London Borough of Newham.
Richardson Bridge (1912) is a rare example of a double-intersection Warren through truss design. A Warren truss (or equilateral truss) utilizes equilateral triangles in its truss geometry for ultimate weight-saving efficiency. This bridge has been moved twice, but remaining within Oregon. Originally built in 1912 over the Crooked River in Crook County, it was relocated in 1956 to a crossing of the Siuslaw River in Lane County, and finally, in 1986, relocated to its current location in West Eugene and converted to a pedestrian-bicycle crossing of Amazon Creek for the Fern Ridge Trail. Partial dismantling for the 1956 and 1986 relocations saw the original rivet fasteners being replaced with modern-era high strength bolts. Notable is the absence of upper lateral bracing. Lane County, Oregon, USA.
Top-down view of the "silver spiral" descent staircase.
Sculptor: Anish Kapoor, Structural Designer: Cecil Balmond, Architecture: Ushida Findlay Architects (UFA), Design and Engineering: Ove Arup. Olympic Park, London Borough of Newham.
inside the main lobby. . . looking straight up -- the glass on the front of the building is in the lower left of the photo, the balconies of the upper levels on the upper right
Frank Gehry was the architect for the Fisher Performing Arts Center at Bard College in Annandale-on-Hudson, 80 miles north of New York City and completed in 2003
Fisher Center set here: www.flickr.com/photos/atelier79033/sets/72157611149177156/
Dubai Marina skyline while out on one of the best boat trips I've ever been on... family, music, relaxing on bean bags, and an amazing view to watch the sunset while cruising from Dubai Marina to Burj Al Arab.
Architecture model exhibition in german architecture museum Frankfurt 2012.
Ausstellung "Das Architekturmodell - Werkzeug, Fetisch, kleine Utopie
photographed by
Frank Dinger
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Read our story about how the lack of progress on building this bridge led to a secession effort by West Seattle. Found in "West Seattle Freeway Design Report," Document 4593, Published Document Collection, Seattle Municipal Archives.