In this Concrete Logic podcast episode, Seth interviews Dan McCoy from R.L. McCoy about the life cycle of bridges and the importance of bridge maintenance. They
discuss the process of maintaining bridges over time, including inspections, repairs, and replacements.
Dan explains the challenges of designing and maintaining bridges in a changing world, with increasing traffic volumes and evolving transportation needs. They also touch on the role of bridges in supporting commerce and the need for continued investment in infrastructure.
Overall, the conversation highlights the critical role of bridge maintenance in ensuring the longevity and safety of these vital structures.
Takeaways
• Bridge maintenance is crucial for ensuring the
longevity and safety of these structures.
• The life cycle of a bridge involves regular
inspections, repairs, and replacements.
• Designing and maintaining bridges is a complex
task, with challenges such as increasing traffic volumes and evolving transportation needs.
• Investment in infrastructure is necessary to
support commerce and meet the demands of a changing world.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Support
03:03 Discussing the Life Cycle of Bridges
28:35 Challenges in Infrastructure Maintenance
29:09 The Importance of Bridges in Transportation
30:14 Contact Information and Conclusion
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Episode References
Guest: Dan McCoy | R.L. McCoy | danmccoy@rlmccoy.net (mailto:jim@durabilityconsultants.com)
Guest Website: http://www.rlmccoy.net/ (https://durabilityconsultants.com)
Producers: Jodi Tandett, Jace Stocker
Donate & Become a Producer: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/support/
Music: MikeDunton | https://www.mikeduntonmusic.com (https://www.mikeduntonmusic.com/) | mikeduntonmusic@gmail.com (mailto:mikeduntonmusic@gmail.com) | Instagram @Mike_Dunton (https://www.instagram.com/Mike_Dunton)
Host: Seth Tandett, seth@concretelogicpodcast.com (mailto:seth@concretelogicpodcast.com)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/seth-tandett/
Website: https://www.concretelogicpodcast.com/
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