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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.

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stiff

Construction; Bridge

Ability to resist deformation.

pile-supported bridge

Construction; Bridge

Pile-supported structures are supported by timber piling at regular intervals (typically 10 to 15 feet on center). A pile-supported structure can be built to any length and virtually any height.

fan configuration

Construction; Bridge

A cable-stayed bridge design in which the cables fan outwards as if from the handle of a fan.

bid opening

Construction; Bridge

The opening of construction project bids from contractors conducted by the transportation agency.

tie

Construction; Bridge

A tension member of a truss.

reinforced concrete

Construction; Bridge

Concrete with steel bars or mesh embedded in it for increased strength in tension.

dry-stone

Construction; Bridge

Of masonry laid without mortar.

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