WISCONSIN AND JUNEAU AVENUE LIFT BRIDGES DESIGN-BUILD
OVERVIEW
This was the first project utilizing the design-build procurement method by the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The project consisted of a complete rehabilitation of the Wisconsin Avenue lift span bridge and the complete demolition and reconstruction of the Juneau Avenue lift span bridge, both over the Milwaukee River in the City of Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
INNOVATIONS
All mechanical, electrical and hydraulic control systems were redesigned and upgraded to current technology including the first-ever use by Wisconsin Department of Transportation of a double corrosion protection reinforcing bar. Updated systems on the Wisconsin structure were carried over and utilized in the Juneau structure. Additionally, since these bridges are located in downtown Milwaukee adjacent to the pedestrian-friendly Riverwalk, significant emphasis was placed on the structures aesthetics which included concrete staining and decorative painted steel pedestrian railings.