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Old Posted Feb 17, 2015, 6:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Abide View Post
I think the main thing about the Burnside bridge worth keeping are the cool castle-like towers. I'd think those could be removed and stored somewhere for re-attachment to a replacement bridge.
This would be my biggest concern, the bridge itself isn't anything special structurally, but the towers on the bridge are iconic and should always be a part of the design of the bridge.

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Originally Posted by 2oh1 View Post
I find that superstructure to be anything but super.
Funny thing, I actually don't mind the Marquam Bridge, it is a great example of an undertruss bridge. It isn't a spectacular design, but I don't mind it.
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