Overview Problem Solution Project Specs Location: Howarth Park Beach Access - Everett, WA Application: Pedestrian Bridge over BNSF Railroad Tracks Products: Dynaform® Structural Shapes, Aqua Grate® Pedestrian Pultruded Grating, Fiberplate® Sand Shields Weathering steel stringers with timber decking never allowed the steel to dry, thus preventing the formation of the oxide patina needed to protect the steel members. Over a short span of 28 years, the steel had corroded and failed. Weathering steel was originally used to reduce maintenance and lengthen life span which was thought to be over 100 years. Replacement would be costly, and repairs over the BNSF railroad would be difficult. Getting to the bridge was also difficult. Due to it’s hillside location, it could only be acc

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