BRIDGE REPAIR

Bridge Repair and Replacement Services

Wooden, Steel, and Concrete Bridge Repair Services

How will I know when to replace my track?

If you’ve started to notice frequent patches of your bridge falling apart, or if it appears that at least 20 percent of it is missing or dismantled, then it may be time to consider completely replacing your bridge. Cracks that appear in your Railroad Bridge or even small rail fractures may not require as costly or time consuming of expenditure like track rehabilitation. Some examples where this may be the better option includes:

• Rehabbing or replacing the bridge deck overlays
• Repairing the first or superficial layer of an existing bridge deck
• Making the surface of the bridge that connects vehicles, bicycles and pedestrians, to the road a continuous pathway

Bridges receive a lot of traffic control, whether it’s bike, cars, pedestrians, etc. Making the decision to rehab your bridge can be difficult due to traffic restrictions and not wanting there to be too much downtime. When you’re trying to decipher if rehabbing or replacing your bridge is the best option to improve it, you should consider all outside elements regarding the bridges structural integrity as well as how many people use your bridge on a daily basis. If the damage to a bridge is so significant that it is beyond repair, it may need to be demolished and replaced. Luckily, Northern Rail Services can handle both of these projects!

Wooden, Steel, and Concrete structures are the three most common used materials in bridge repair and rehabilitation. Just like anything else, each material has its list or pros and cons. Erosion and Corrosion are two main issues seen with any bridge, so it’s important to evaluate the geographical layout of your area that the bridge is located in to determine which bridge material is right for you.