Bridges Vocabulary Review 2

Front

What is the term for the weight of the bridge itself?

Back

Dead load

Front

What type of bridge is best for spanning a deep canyon with strong stone walls?

Back

Arch bridge

Front

What is the name for the entire length of a bridge?

Back

Span

Front

What do we call an individual length of material that connects to form trusses?

Back

Member

Front

What are the two ends of a bridge that support its weight called?

Back

Abutment

Front

What is the term for the load that a bridge carries while in use?

Back

Live load

Front

What type of bridge uses cables to support the deck?

Back

Suspension bridge

Front

What is the vertical support structure that holds up a bridge called?

Back

Pier

Front

What is the term for the horizontal structure that connects two points in a bridge?

Back

Span

Front

What is the purpose of a truss in bridge construction?

Back

To distribute loads and provide stability.