LOML and I are interested in building a small, but sturdy, bridge across the creek that runs through and divides the back portion of our lot. We don't really want anything fancy, don't really even want rails, but would like it to be strong enough to support a small tractor or the like. The creek span where we'd like it is about 10-12', about 5-5.5' deep and we'd like the bridge to be in maybe the 6-8' wide range. Maybe something cool like this, btw it's not arched the planks are shifted from side to side and give that illusion.
I don't have the design or building skills to put together anything I'd feel safe letting the kids cross or play on, nor do I probably have all the tools needed to construct it. One issue that has contributed to not starting this is the fact that the area where we want to put the bridge has some undercutting and cave-in issues that probably need to be addressed first. I did keep all the treated 2x6, 4x4, and various other sized salvagable wood from our recent deck demo in the hopes that it could be used to construct the needed retaining structures.
We're interesting in determining what something like this would cost in the hopes it's something we can get done sooner rather than later. While I can't handle the bulk of the needed elements for this type of project I would be more than willing to contribute what labor and building assistance I'm capable of if it would help offset the cost any.
If anyone has any interest let me know, I can provide pics if needed.
Brian.
I don't have the design or building skills to put together anything I'd feel safe letting the kids cross or play on, nor do I probably have all the tools needed to construct it. One issue that has contributed to not starting this is the fact that the area where we want to put the bridge has some undercutting and cave-in issues that probably need to be addressed first. I did keep all the treated 2x6, 4x4, and various other sized salvagable wood from our recent deck demo in the hopes that it could be used to construct the needed retaining structures.
We're interesting in determining what something like this would cost in the hopes it's something we can get done sooner rather than later. While I can't handle the bulk of the needed elements for this type of project I would be more than willing to contribute what labor and building assistance I'm capable of if it would help offset the cost any.
If anyone has any interest let me know, I can provide pics if needed.
Brian.