Welcome
Welcome to the official website for the Indian River Inlet Bridge replacement project. This site is the source for public information related to the design and construction of the new Indian River Inlet Bridge.
What's Happening Now
As of this week, all four footers of the bridge are complete. Eventually they will be put underground and not visible, however like the foundation of any structure they are key in giving the bridge its strength and long-term stability.

During the early part of 2010 and into spring, the top of the footing, or "footing caps" will be built. Additionally, concrete edge girders will be placed as construction of the bridge deck begins. Meanwhile, piers and bridge approaches to the main span will be also constructed.

As we move into March 2010, deck construction will begin, including the first major concrete pour for the bridge deck. March and April will see alot of construction activity on various parts of the bridge - bridge deck, pylon towers, approaches to main span, etc.

Stay tuned for further construction updates for April and May, as the cable stay erection gets underway.
Indian River Bridge
Public Workshop Coming This Spring!

Who's Building The Bridge?

Christa DeRogatis

Employer: Skanska USA Civil Southeast, Inc.; employed 1 year
Job Title: Document Control/Administrative Support
Job Duties: Tracking of all correspondence, product quantities, deliveries, safety inspection reports, equipment, subcontractor hours, etc.; also handles photos and special projects for lead personnel on this job.
From where do you originate? Washington, DC
Where do you live now? Lewes, Delaware
Favorite part of working on IRIB project? I enjoy being part of the team that is building the bridge and it's the first time I have worked in the construction industry. I have the opportunity to learn and grow with this company.
Quote: "I'm proud to be a part of the Skanska Team"

Archive
 
Webcams!
Live Construction Cams
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Time-Lapse Videos

Traffic Updates

No traffic impacts this week.
 
News Updates
February 4, 2010
DelDOT and DOE Partner For Unique Learning Opportunity

December 22, 2009
End of year Construction Update

December 10, 2009
IRIB Public Workshop, Spring 2010

November 13, 2009
IRIB Open House & Site Tour Postponed
Bridge Q&A
Q: How will motorists be impacted by the project over the next year?

A: Since the new bridge is being built off the current roadway alignment, the bridge building activities will rarely impact traffic. However, as we move into late summer 2010, the Roadway Approach contract will get underway. In fall 2010, a traffic switch will take place on the bridge which will be in effect until the bridge officially opens in spring 2011.
 
Recent Updates
It's time to set up your Site Tour for Spring!

New Panoramic Image in Photo Gallery!

January Photos now in the Photo Gallery!


Last Updated on February 9, 2010
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Last Updated: Tuesday, 09-Feb-2010 08:38:51 Eastern Standard Time
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