Here’s How Bridges Are Built Over Water

There are five major steps to building a bridge: planning, laying the foundation, placing piers and supporting structures, finishing up the superstructure, and finally, conducting safety checks to examine issues that could cause a collapse. But as you might have guessed, bridges over water present unique challenges. This does not include tiny bridges, like the recent 3D-printed steel bridge in Amsterdam, as they don’t need piers for support. The biggest challenge is constructing a solid foundation, as it requires careful

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