- Bridge strand seized prior to cutting and setting sockets.
- 1-1/4″ A586 Bridge Strand broomed in preparation for socketing.
- Mainlines are terminated at the anchor rod with galvanized HSI sockets and rods (above) and a 3″ thick “socket block” of weathering steel (below).
- Floorbeams are hung and the circuit of angle steel stringers is installed between them.
- The modified Warren Truss of the Needleton Bridge is complete, awaiting decking and rail detail.
- The Needleton Bridge with rigging and skylines hung, mid-installation.
- Detail of the stiffening truss that strengthens the superstructure against equestrian and snow loads.
- The Needleton Suspension Bridge across the Animas River, Fall 2008.