Congrats to Thomas P. Murphy, Ph.D., P.E., S.E., of Modjeski and Masters, recipient of the 2026 Richard S. Fountain Award from the Steel Bridge Task Force, for his leadership in steel bridge research and in advancing AASHTO specifications: buildusingsteel.org/2026/10/…

Steel bridge industry leaders recently gathered in Omaha, Nebraska, for the SSSBA Semi-Annual Meeting. The meeting featured technical presentations, industry updates, facility tours and discussions on advancing short span steel bridges. ow.ly/4OjF50ZZ2CS

Webinar tomorrow at 12 pm: Join SSSBA member Lindapter USA to learn how to design and install steel-to-steel connections without drilling or hot welding. The webinar covers ICC-ES recognized connections and the advantages of clamping systems. Learn more: ow.ly/2XyL50ZSSNW

ePLATE140 evaluates 5,100+ plate-girder design combinations to help engineers find the lightest-weight solution for short span steel bridges. Built on AASHTO 10th Edition specs. Get your free copy from the Short Span Steel Bridge Alliance: ow.ly/kT3S50ZNWhZ

Today, SSSBA is excited to announce the launch of ePLATE140, a powerful Excel-based tool designed to help bridge owners and designers efficiently evaluate and optimize plate girder designs for short span bridges: ow.ly/l69250ZLZtJ

SSSBA member @ContechES manufactured a three-span prefabricated weathering steel pedestrian bridge for the Virginia Corridor Trail in Modesto, California. ow.ly/o2tY50ZIu7J

Today, we celebrate the dedicated engineers who plan and design steel bridges! Your hard work, innovation and problem-solving skills are essential to building a stronger future. Happy Professional Engineers Day! #ProfessionalEngineersDay #ThankAnEngineer

In a recent episode of Transportation Matters, @aashtospeaks executive director Jim Tymon shares insights on transportation reauthorization and the policies that will shape future bridge and infrastructure investment. ow.ly/Oh3N50Zwmok

A bridge near Kanawha State Forest campground, WV, reopened after an accelerated project using salvaged steel beams, showcasing steel reuse benefits. Learn more: ow.ly/YmgT50ZkKZH

To improve safety and preserve wildlife corridors, the New Mexico DOT installed two steel structural plate buried bridges beneath I-25 at Raton Pass. Learn more in this new case study: ow.ly/qhW750ZiU0F

Next week at the 2026 International Bridge Conference, SSSBA shares how eBEAM140, eSPAN140, LRFD Simon and AISC/NSBA Standard Plans streamline steel bridge design and boost project efficiency. Learn more: ow.ly/lewb50Zb7Ft

This #WorldEnvironmentDay, discover how short span steel bridges can create sustainable infrastructure that harmonizes with the natural environment: ow.ly/hEyj50Z89Vz

ICYMI: The SSSBA, @AISISteel and the American Galvanizers Association during @United4Infra Week 2026 hosted a webinar on how resilient design strategies can help maximize the impact of federal infrastructure investment. Learn more: ow.ly/6LqP50Z3mzO

This Wednesday, join the SSSBA, @AISISteel and the American Galvanizers Association during @United4Infra Week 2026 for a discussion on how resilient design strategies can help maximize the impact of federal infrastructure investment. Register today: ow.ly/N4UZ50Z1j31

This week, @AISIsteel welcomed @USDOTFHWA Administrator Sean McMaster at our General Meeting. During his fireside chat Administrator McMaster highlighted the vital role of domestic steel in the infrastructure and the economy. ow.ly/FXxS50Z0k2Q

During AASHTO’s 2026 Washington Briefing, a panel of industry leaders discussed reauthorization priorities, emphasizing federal funding, improved safety, faster project delivery, and the role of technology in advancing transportation outcomes: ow.ly/TfRU50YCWTj

Franklin County, Missouri, saved $283,000 by selecting steel over concrete for four short-span bridge projects, demonstrating that simplified designs combined with a competitive bidding process can deliver durability and long-term performance. Learn more: ow.ly/YZ6X50XG3XN

CASE STUDY: SSSBA member Acrow supplied prefabricated steel bridges for Hawaii DOT’s Makaha replacement project, cutting costs, speeding installation and enhancing long-term climate resilience. Learn more: ow.ly/tTKh50YvvI6

This week, we celebrate the dedicated engineers who plan and design steel bridges! Your hard work, innovation and problem-solving skills are essential to building a stronger future. #NationalEngineersWeek #ThankAnEngineer

Today, SSSBA, in partnership with the @NewJerseyDOT and the @ACECNJ, hosted a workshop at the NJDOT headquarters. Ninety people attended and learned how steel bridge solutions deliver durable, cost-effective bridges statewide.