There are several types of bridges including beam bridges, truss bridges, and arch bridges. These are heavy bridges with different bridge deck forms that are lifted with modern construction cranes. read more
Beam bridges are a common type of bridge among the truss bridges and the arch bridges. Wide flange rolled form beam bridges are normally the most cost-effective type of beam construction that is used for beam bridges with short spans. read more
Beam Bridge Disadvantages Beam bridges may be costly even for rather short spans, since expensive steel is required as a construction material. Concrete is also used as beam material, and is cheaper. read more
Commonly, beam bridges can be categorized under arch and truss bridges. The bridge that has a wide flange and rolled form are normally one of the most cost-effective type of beam construction often used for beam bridges having short spans. read more