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Prestressed Bridge Girders Benefit Areas with Harsh Winter Weather

Dec 8, 2022

Prestress girders are the longest-lasting and most protected component of any bridge project. Consider the advantages of specifying prestressed bridge girders in climates with low temperatures and snowstorms.

Increased Structural Integrity

When properly installed and maintained, prestressed bridge beams can remain in serviceable condition for decades. The girders are manufactured to last using pre-tensioned steel cables and high-quality concrete and tested to ensure PCI standards for strength and reliability.

Climate-Controlled Production

County Prestress & Precast utilizes our climate-controlled facility in Janesville, Wisconsin to keep pace with demand during the cooler winter months. Manufactured to specification, our prestressed bridge girders arrive ready for installation and can be set in all weather conditions. Because of this, prestress girders offer significant time and cost savings compared to cast-in-place alternatives.

A Higher Level of Safety

Prestress bridge beams support high load capacities over long spans. These girders' inherent strength and resilience make them capable of withstanding freeze/thaw cycles and increased traffic flow. With adequate drainage, prestressed concrete resists rust and natural elements that can impact structural integrity over time. When prestressed bridge girders are correctly installed, they can serve communities for nearly 75 years.

Choose County Prestress & Precast Prestressed Bridge Girders for your next project by contacting our Customer Service Team at (708) 562-7700.