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Campton N.H. Blair Covered Bridge (Irene Storm Damage)
Project Information
- Project Location:
- NH
- Status:
- Completed - Aug 2011
- Structure Type:
- Bridge
Scope Of Work
Built in 1869 it is a Howe truss design at 300? long
During the flooding caused by tropical storm Irene, the side of the bridge was impaled by a large pine tree floating down the river causing structural damage. The following is a list of repairs.
Replace broken floor beams
Vertical post 6”x8”x20’, the post has a section approx 3’ long that is reduced to 5”x 6” vs 8”x6’.
Necessary shoring associated with item # 4 and 5
Replace two broken main braces, 6”x6”x20’
Replace one broken counter brace, 5”x6”x20’
Replace broken nailing girt and associated siding
Repair necessary guide rail
Necessary scaffolding for work in the roof area
Replace the upper lateral X bracing
Replace broken roof perlins
Replace damaged metal roofing
