Photo of Gitchi-Gami Trail
Photo of Gitchi-Gami Trail
Photo of Gitchi-Gami Trail
Client: 
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Location: 
Lake County, Minnesota
Year: 
2006

Features

  • 175 foot long “Warren” through truss
  • Spans a several hundred foot high escarpment along Lake Superior
  • Accommodates trail along TH 61 near Split Rock Lighthouse
  • Selection of an open “Warren” truss to preserve lake views

SEH Services

  • Site field survey
  • Investigate options to place trail between roadway and cliff
  • Developed bedrock investigation plan to identify rock shear planes
  • Design and detailing of the bridge abutments and approach trail
  • Shop drawing review and construction phase services

Contact Us

Blum, Chris
Structural Engineering
Madison, Wisconsin
Hildahl, Mark
Structural Engineering
Denver, Colorado
Johnson, Jeff
Structural Engineering
St. Paul, Minnesota