The new Cooper River (Arthur Ravenel Jr.) Bridge is a best-case study for when things go right between public interests and public agencies. T.Y. Lin International, in a joint venture, provided design review, construction engineering and field inspection services for the new high-level, cable-stayed bridge across the Cooper River. The new Cooper River Bridge links the town of Mount Pleasant to downtown Charleston and provides a new landmark for the city of Charleston. Opened to traffic in July 2005, one year ahead of schedule, the bridge is now the longest cable-stayed span in North America. Committed to supporting the local economy, the joint venture established an office in Charleston and a comprehensive community outreach program to provide residents input on the project. All necessary materials, including boats and computer systems, were purchased from vendors in Charleston and neighboring Mount Pleasant.
Awards:
2005, American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), PRIDE Award, (Community Relations)
2005, American Road and Transportation Builders Association (ARTBA), National Globe Award, (Environmental)
2005, National Council of Structural Engineers Association (NCSEA), Outstanding Project Award
2005, American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), National Prize Bridge Award
2005, Southeast Construction Magazine, Best of 2005 Top Transportation Project
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