One of the worst enemies of bridges is scour. Scour involves water digging holes in the streambed around and, eventually, under …
A Stone Arch Bridge’s Weight-Handling Abilities
What factors determine the weight limit of a stone arch bridge? Arch Ring Thickness The primary factor in the weight limit of a …
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Distorted Arches
It sometimes happens that the arch of a stone bridge does not collapse so much as distort in shape. The obvious question is …
The Life of a Stone Arch Bridge
Studying stone arch bridges that have been built using different construction methods reveals some interesting facts. Basically, …