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Crossing Streams and Rivers (continued)

Bridges

Bridges range from a simple foot log with handrails to multiple span, suspended, and truss structures (Figure 54).

Photo of a trail bridge.
Figure 54—Typical log stringer trail bridge.


On national forests, all bridges require design approval from engineering before being constructed. A national standard trail bridge drawing is available, and some regions have standardized, approved designs for simple bridges.
 

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