Sketch Truss Designs

The three basic types of spans are shown below. Any of these spans may be constructed using beams, girders or trusses. Arch bridges are either simple or continuous (hinged). A cantilever bridge may also include a suspended span.

Common Travel Surfaces

Arch Types

Simple Truss Types

Pratt Truss Types

Whipple Types

Warren Truss Types

Other Truss Types

Suspension Types