by Toni Takacs | Oct 15, 2024
Vigo County, IN
Bridge #322
Vigo County’s bridge 322 was built in 1965 on 13th Street as a 132’ long, two-span adjacent prestressed concrete beam bridge with a 62-degree skew over Lost Creek. It was identified as a Non-Select historic bridge because of its significant skew. HWC’s innovative approach during the Historic Bridge Alternatives Analysis (HBAA) found that replacing the superstructure with steel beams was the most feasible and prudent alternative (B2). All alternatives were investigated for the HBAA as the change from a concrete to steel superstructure was viewed as demolition by the historic consulting parties. The bridge was marketed for reuse in accordance to INDOT standards. A scour analysis, foundation repairs, drainage design, intersection design, and utility coordination were included in the project.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 15, 2024
Brown County, IN
SR 135 over Strahl Creek Bridge Rehabilitation
HWC is providing road and bridge design for this bridge rehabilitation project. The existing bridge is a three-span continuous concrete slab bridge that is in horizontal and vertical curves along SR 135 in Brown County. The structure is deteriorated, hydraulically deficient, and has scour problems. The main scope of work is a superstructure replacement with roadway improvements to tie back into the existing superelevated roadway and safety improvements to upgrade the existing guardrail. This project will also evaluate the potential of adding a fourth span to the bridge to provide the necessary hydraulic capacity. The maintenance of traffic will utilize temporary portable signals for phased construction.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 15, 2024
Martin County, IN
Bridge Inspection
HWC is currently under contract to provide complete inspection, documentation, load rating, scour assessments, asset management, and reporting of Martin County’s 44 bridges (2021-2024). Of the County’s 44 bridges, 12 bridges require fracture critical inspection, 10 require a 12 month inspection cycle, one requires an underwater inspection, and five require special inspections.
by Toni Takacs | Feb 5, 2024
New Albany, IN
Silver Creek Landing and Walkway
HWC provided survey, design, and construction services for the new Silver Creek Landing and Walkway facilities. Historically a popular gathering spot for over 100 years, the project provides additional safety for existing area users through bank stabilization. Providing connectivity between the trailhead on Providence Way and the Ohio River Greenway near the Loop Island Wetland Park, the approximate half-mile, shared-use concrete walkway opens accessibility to the waterway for all users. Located along the existing Ohio River levee, the project provides safe access for various uses including the new kayak/canoe launch point and the overlook for Ohio River/Silver Creek scenic viewing.
Permits required included IDEM 401/USACOE 404, USACOE 408, IDNR Construction in Floodway, and IDEM CSGP.
by Toni Takacs | Mar 20, 2023
White County, IN
Bridge #95 Rehabilitation
This bridge rehabilitation project included the design of new semi-integral end bents, pier modifications, new structural steel beams, a concrete deck, a horizontal curve, and a super elevated roadway. This project was designed in a manner to avoid impacts to archaeological Native American sites. Right-of-way for one parcel was included in the project. The roadway embankments were widened and armored with riprap to protect against Lake Shafer wave action. Overall, this project improved all condition ratings for the bridge, geometric standards, and safety features.
2023 Engineering Excellence Award – State Finalist
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