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July 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 floorbeams for the 24-ft extensions. The Steel installation of the West Bank Anchor Span began on November 2009 and it is 71% completed. The first Big Lift for Span 3 took place on June 19. Currently, Span 3 is 51% completed. Secondary members are continuing to be installed on Span 1 and Span 3.
View pictures of the progress of the steel installation for Span 1.
View pictures of the preparation for the span-by-span construction of Span 3.
View pictures of the Big Lift of Span 3 on June 19 .
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 East Bank that will become the support of the new approaches structure. Paving of the approaches on the West Bank advances. LA 18 traffic configuration has changed and widening of sections of Bridge City Ave. has started in addition to paving in the traffic circle. Pile driving and drainage work on the East Bank is advancing.
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