There’s no doubt that bridges are among the most functional structures ever made; the bridges often symbolise human ...

No. Arch bridges typically span distances between 200 and 800 feet. You need to span 5,000 feet. (Imagine how tall an arch would have to be to span 5,000 feet.) Try again.

TOWER Bridge was closed after a man climbed up the iconic landmark to sit on the suspension railings. It is still unclear how ...

Instead of pushing straight down, the weight of an arch bridge is carried outward along the curve of the arch to the supports at each end. These supports, called the abutments, carry the load and ...

Rachael Hood, Senior Editor The Stone Arch Bridge is a must-see for any architecture buff. This 2,100-foot granite and limestone bridge (featuring a total of 23 arches) was constructed in 1883 and ...