I am in the process of inspecting this bridge. It was built in 1925. It is really a beautiful structure. Because the bridge was built so long ago, the means to inspect the bridge were added after the fact. We climb ropes and use ladders on the bridge to inspect it. Here are a few shots of from our inspection today.
This is me climbing up the first part of the arch.
Here I am at the top of the first ladder.
Now I'm looking back down at Tim from the top of the first arch (notice that the ledge I'm on is like 12" wide)
There I am at the top of the ladders at the piers (this is the highest point of the bridge, probably 80 feet).
And here is the view down from the tallest ladder.
Lke I said before, if someone told me 5 years ago I'd be climbing 80' ladders I'd have bet them anything they were wrong. It's amazing what God can help you accomplish.
Well, I've got a few more days on this bridge. Hope I don't slip........
5 comments:
better not let jen see these!! she will freak out!!! very cool job you have -- although ortho school could be yours..... you and kevin could be partners!!
If Kevin would like to be my sponsor, I'll consider it! Can I be an intern and then the business will help pay for my schooling????
Those pictures are crazy and amazing. What a cool job you have. I'm glad you're out there keeping our bridges safe!
your cute butt won't look so cute if you FALL
Oh my, I was nervous just looking at those pictures.
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