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Bridge construction and inspection terminologies.

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galvanizing

Construction; Bridge

The coating of metal with zinc for waterproofing.

lift bridge

Construction; Bridge

A bridge that can be raised to block passage or to allow boats or ships to pass beneath it.

void

Construction; Bridge

An empty or unfilled space in concrete.

anchor arm

Construction; Bridge

The side-span, usually of a cantilever bridge, from abutment to pier, balancing the cantilever.

compression member

Construction; Bridge

An engineering term that describes a timber or other truss member that is subjected to squeezing or pushing. Also see tension member.

dressing

Construction; Bridge

The cutting of stone units to the required shape.

deck truss

Construction; Bridge

A bridge whose roadway is supported from beneath by a truss.

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