Portfolio : Construction
Sauk River Bridge
Description:
Sicklesteel's task was to lift two (2) 200' long sections of an 80-year-old bridge weighing 160,000# each from over the Sauk River to allow for demolition. While the first section was mostly over the approach and easily accessed and set into the demolition position, the second 200' section spanned the river. Environmental regulations required that the riverbanks be left undisturbed. Given these complexities, Sicklesteel used crane simulation software with a digital model of the site, bridge, and obstacles. Sicklesteel determined the optimal location of cranes, checked clearances and distances, and fully simulated the project to ensure success in the field. The contractor was provided a digital lift plan including a 3D movie which simulated the project. Sicklesteel completed the project on time and under budget and was awarded the AGC Build Washington Technology Award for its work on this project.
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