Structural Demolition: Transportation
Bridge and transportation structure demolition is usually performed under tight schedules to minimize traffic disruption.
Wacker Drive – Chicago, IL
Careful removal of this elevated roadway structure near
the center of Chicago is coordinated with new construction
work.
Shark
River Bascule Bridge – Belmar, NJ Skilled burners torch cut a section of the heavy bascule bridge end girder. Careful rigging and accurate load calculations are required to lower the girder and attached deck section safely. A flame retardant tarp has been attached to the back of the girder to prevent torch sparks and slag from falling onto pleasure boats in the channel below.
