PROJECT

FRP Stringer Bridge for Eugene Parks

Project Overview

In the fall of 2021 Areté Structures supplied a 20’ x 4’ FRP Stringer bridge for the City of Eugene Parks and Open Space Department.  This bridge is slate gray in color and has FRP beams, FRP decking and FRP curbs.  The Parks Department reported that they were very satisfied with the ease of installment and overall final product. 

Design

FRP Bridge Design

  • Allowable Stress Design Method Safety Factor of 3
  • 85 PSF Pedestrian Live Load
  • 35 PSF Wind Load
  • 40 PSF Snow Load

    Bridge Structure Specifications:

    • FRP I-Beam Stringer Design

    • Strongwell Extren 525 Series

    • Hot Dipped Galvanized ASTM A307 Steel Hardware

    • Color: Slate Gray

    • Nonskid Premium FRP Grating

    • FRP Channel Curb