The basic structure of this $920,000 pedestrian crossing in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, is a two-span symmetrical cable-stayed bridge supported by a single A-frame tower. The bridge deck and tower use precast concrete components . The resulting bridge is an elegant design solution to the functional, aesthetic, structural and budgetary requirements set by the City of Calgary. In addition, the project was completed on schedule and with reduced traffic disruption. This article presents the design challenge, conceptual design and design considerations, as well as the production and erection highlights of the project.
