Bridge Classification

Bridges are broadly classified based on following three criteria

1. Material of Construction
2. Structural Form
3. Construction Technology

Bridge Classsifcation based on Material of Construction

• Reinforced Concrete
• Prestressed Concrete ( Post-Tenions / Pre - Tension)
• Composite
• Steel
• Masonary

Bridge Classification based on Structural Form

• Girder Bridges ( Slab / Girder and Slab ( T Beam) / Box Girder (Single Cell/Multi Cell))
• Truss ( Through Type / Deck Type)
• Cable Supported Bridges ( Cable Stayed / Suspension / Extradosed Bridges)
• Arch Bridges ( Arch Bridges / Bow String Arch Bridges)

Bridge Classification based on Construction Methodology

• Balanced Cantilever Bridges
• Incremental Launched Bridges