Many bridges and viaducts in the Netherlands were built in the period following the Second World War. In the subsequent decades, traffic intensity has significantly increased, leading to heavier traffic. This has resulted in accelerated wear and tear of structures, causing objects to reach the end of their technical lifespan sooner than originally anticipated. Furthermore, understanding of structural behavior, such as fatigue and shear force, has evolved. As a result, it has become essential to recalculate these bridges to ensure structural safety.
Over the next six years, recalculations are planned for approximately 50 fixed steel bridges, 30 to 50 movable bridges, and 245 concrete bridges and viaducts within the jurisdiction of Rijkswaterstaat. Following a thorough tender process, Arcadis/SBE has successfully secured a position in all three framework agreements.
We will soon commence the first series of recalculations, starting with the fixed steel bridge over the Noord (N915), as shown in the above photo. Subsequently, our focus will shift to the first movable bridge, namely the Scharsterrijn bridges (A6), which will be meticulously addressed by Arcadis/SBE.
Arcadis/SBE is eager to begin the initial recalculations.
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