Annual Meetings-The Anatomy of Bridge Construction & Related Street & Road

The Anatomy of Bridge Construction & Related Street & Road

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The document discusses various aspects of bridge construction, focusing on two specific projects: the Merchant's Bridge in St. Louis, Missouri, and the Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge in Washington, DC. It highlights the challenges and risks involved in bridge construction, such as structural integrity issues, weather-related risks, and equipment losses due to environmental factors. The document also covers underwriting considerations for bridge projects, including factors such as natural perils, faulty design or workmanship, contractor's equipment, and probable maximum losses. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the unique risks associated with bridge construction and the need for appropriate insurance coverage. Overall, the document provides insights into the complexities of bridge construction and the measures necessary to mitigate potential risks in the process.

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Presented by:
Nick Everson, Walsh Group
Grant Peoples, Walsh Group
Michael Pignataro, Marsh

Keywords

bridge construction

Merchant's Bridge

St. Louis

Missouri

Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge

Washington DC

challenges

risks

underwriting considerations

insurance coverage