What Are the Different Types of Bridges?
                     What Are the 
Different Types of 
Bridges?
AN OVERVIEW
Undeniably, bridges are one of the most important components of a 
country’s infrastructure. Thus, it’s imperative to maintain them well. 
Bridges are the backbone of a nation’s economy. There are many countries 
that are known for its best transportation infrastructure. 
However, due to financial crisis, some countries failed in managing their 
infrastructure. Well, privatization is one of the best ways that can help 
countries solve infrastructure crisis. In fact, government of many countries 
is already using private bridge capital for solving infrastructure crisis. The 
investment depends on the type of bridge. 
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Let’s Talk About The Different Types Of 
Bridges:
╸ Beam Bridges
╸ Truss Bridges
╸ Cantilever bridges
╸ Arch Bridges
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Beam Bridges
This is one of the simplest types of 
bridges. The best example of bream 
bridges is a basic log bridge. 
The deck area of this bridge 
comprises of stone slabs and wood 
plank. This bridge is supported by 
beams. 
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Truss Bridges
This bridge is based on load-bearing 
structure. All truss bridges have 
triangular sections. These triangular 
elements absorb tension and 
compression to accommodate dynamic 
loads. 
Francis Scott Key Bridge is the biggest 
example of truss bridges. This bridge is 
located in Baltimore.
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Cantilever bridges
At the time of designing this 
bridge was seen as a major 
engineering breakthrough. 
Cantilever are used in the 
bridge to accommodate traffic. 
These are made from 
structural steel. Cantilever 
bridges are extremely safe and 
secure. 
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Arch Bridges
Clearly, there are various types of arch 
bridges. However, all of them have 
central elements in common. 
Each Arch bridge has abutments. 
These are used to support the entire 
bridge structure. Arch bridges are 
simple but effective. 
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