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February 2010:
Phase I: Main Support Widening
Steel reinforcing framework and concrete was poured in the void section of the the piers to strengthen them. Diagonal struts and top tie steel were anchored to the upper part of the piers to recieve the new additional trusses and support the existing center truss . This phase ended at the end of May 2009.
Phase II: Railroad Modifications
Three railroad bents were relocated on the East Bank, while two were modified on the West Bank. The modifications will allow for the Phase IV construction of the roadway approaches. This phase was completed in summer 2008.
Phase III: Main Bridge Widening
Contractor has installed a work platform beneath bridge to aid in floor beam widening work. All floor beam wedges have been installed to prepared them for the 24- ft extensions. Steel installation of the West Bank Anchor Span has begun. Replacement of rivets with new bolts continues. In preparation for the span-by-span steel installation, lifting towers have started to be assembled and installed, the barges have started to be prepared as well as the stability frames.
View pictures of the progress of the West Bank Anchor Span steel installation.
View pictures of the preparation for the span by span construction.
Phase IV: New Approaches
Peter Kiewit Sons', Inc., Massman Construction Co., and Traylor Brothers, Inc. continue driving piling on the West Bank. Demolition of all buildings in the right of way has occured. Contractor continues constructing trumpets on the West Bank that will become the support of the new approaches structure. Paving of West Bank East Bank-bound on-ramp began in May 2009. LA 18 traffic configuration has changed and widening of sections of Bridge City Ave. has started. Pile driving on the East Bank began in late October of 2009.
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Updated: January 27, 2010
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