Innovative engineering restored life to a landmark in the “Nation's Oldest City,” St. Augustine, Fla. The $89-million restoration of the historic 1920s-era Bridge of Lions brought the structure up to modern engineering standards. The 1,545-ft-long bascule structure connects the city's downtown with Anastasia Island and the beaches.
The project team preserved the arched approach span's girders and bascule piers and tower. Before dismantling the old bridge, the contractors first built a temporary bridge to carry traffic during construction.