How long will the century old suspension bridges in the U.S. last? Nobody knows but Columbia University is testing the bridges using a simulator and sensors that duplicate real world conditions, so we don't have to find out in the real world.
A report and live webcast on the I-35 bridge collapse in Minneapolis, August 1, 2007 is underway and about to be issued. Structurally too-thin gussets connecting the steel span will likely be the conclusion. 13 people died and 145 were injured while more bridges are in similar shape around the country.
Days before the first anniversary of the I-35W bridge collapse in Minneapolis, that killed 13 people, a new report titled "Bridging the Gap" was released by the AASHTO that says the nations 600,000 bridges are in bad shape and in need of repair.
Last night Minnesota lawmakers worked out a $38 million compromise plan under which victims of the Minneapolis bridge collapse can receive up to $400,000 to settle their case, avoiding trial. Those injured more severely can still file lawsuits tapping into a $12 million fund. Gusset supports on the 1967 built bridge that were too thin to hold its weight is the leading theory on why it collapsed.
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