Design and Construction of Reinforced Concrete Bridges

Design and Construction of Reinforced Concrete Bridges by Legat, Dunn, and Fairhurst (Concrete Publications Ltd., 1957) is a comprehensive and authoritative guide to one of civil engineering's most challenging and rewarding fields the design and execution of concrete bridge structures. Written by three experienced engineers, this volume blends theoretical understanding with practical expertise, making it both a technical manual and a professional reference for those engaged in bridge design and construction.

Covering every stage of the process from concept and structural analysis to detailing, formwork, and site implementation the authors provide a systematic approach to reinforced concrete bridge engineering. The text examines the principles of load distribution, bending and shear resistance, reinforcement design, and material behavior, supported by numerous diagrams, tables, and worked examples. It also reflects mid-century advances in construction methods, such as the increased use of pre-stressing and improved concreting techniques, which were transforming modern bridge building.

Published by Concrete Publications Ltd., renowned for its technical precision, this 1957 edition captures the high standards of post-war British engineering. Durable, lucid, and deeply informative, Design and Construction of Reinforced Concrete Bridges remains a valuable reference for students, engineers, and collectors of historical engineering literature alike a testament to the enduring art and science of bridge design.