Warmington Bridge

Constructed in 1993, this composite, steel beam bridge with integral abutments spans the Tuscarawas River. Because of this structure's 126-ft (38-m) span and proximity to the water, a galvanized coating was specified. Although the Warmington Bridge has a matte finish due to the steel's chemistry, the coating's appearance is uniform and consistent. There are no rust stains and all bolts and connections are wearing well. Six years after construction the thickness of the galvanized coating on the nuts and bolts was measured at 5 mils (127 µm), while the coating on the structural components measured between 14 and 22 mils (356 and 559 µm). These measurements indicate many more decades of maintenance-free performance and aesthetically pleasing appearance.

Details

Award Class

Newly Complete

Award Sectors

Bridge & Highway

Environment

Rural

Location

Massillon, OH United States

Reasons for Galvanizing

Corrosion Performance

Team Members

Other

Paul Wagner
Beaver Excavating

Fabricator

Mike Trunick
Glenwood Erectors Inc.

Engineer

Bob Hochever
Finkbeiner, Pettis, & Strout Ltd.

Member Galvanizer(s)

Gregory Galvanizing and Metal Processing

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