Pipeline bridge
A pipeline bridge is a bridge for running a
Pipeline bridges may be made of steel, fiber reinforced polymer, reinforced concrete or similar materials.[2] They may vary in size and style depending on the size of the pipeline being run. As there is normally a steady flow in pipelines, they can be designed as suspension bridges. They may also be added to an existing bridge.[1] A pipeline bridge may be equipped with a walkway for maintenance purposes,[2] but for safety and security reasons, the walkway is usually not open to the public.[citation needed]
One of the world's longest pipeline bridges, built in 1970, is 1,040 meters long and crosses the Fuji River in Shizuoka Prefecture of Japan.[3] The highest at 393 m is Hegigio Gorge Pipeline Bridge in Papua New Guinea.
References
- ^ a b Designation of Energy Corridors on Federal Land in 11 Western States. United States Department of Energy. 21 February 2012. pp. 3-282–3-283. Retrieved 28 March 2023.
- ^ ISBN 9783030519537. Retrieved 28 March 2023.
- ^ Welding and Metal Fabrication. Louis Cassier Company. 1975. Retrieved 28 March 2023.