Chargerdodge9 Posted October 24, 2012 Share #1 Posted October 24, 2012 Should the DOT build new bridges to replace these two given the fact that they had major problems with weight as well as rusting issues? I know the Manhattan bridge was just rehabbed in 2001 but still, the elements are a problem. Any opinions? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Via Garibaldi 8 Posted October 24, 2012 Share #2 Posted October 24, 2012 Yeah with what money??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peacemak3r Posted October 24, 2012 Share #3 Posted October 24, 2012 1. Correct me if I'm wrong, I believe the Williamsburg also went to rehab. 2. With VG8, we have problems funding projects for the MTA, what makes you think we have the money to build two new bridges? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Via Garibaldi 8 Posted October 24, 2012 Share #4 Posted October 24, 2012 I mean really if money was of no object I'm sure all of the bridges in the area would've been replaced by now, but in addition to money there's the issue of how big the bridge should be and what sort of options should be made for transportation. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
trainfan22 Posted October 24, 2012 Share #5 Posted October 24, 2012 Won't they eventually have to replace the Williamsberg Bridge & Manhattan Bridge with a new structure? I know they replaced the Wills Ave Bridge with a new one. Either way, I hope whenever the Manhattan Bridge is replaced they will use the opportunity to put the subway in a underwater tube rather than making a new Bridge w/ subway tracks on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerdodge9 Posted October 24, 2012 Author Share #6 Posted October 24, 2012 Perhaps if they were to cancel the LIRR Eastside project(what is the point of it anyway)? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
East New York Posted October 24, 2012 Share #7 Posted October 24, 2012 I'm changing the title of this thread as it is very misleading. Please be careful how you word things. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BM5 via Woodhaven Posted October 24, 2012 Share #8 Posted October 24, 2012 Why are people asking questions out of the ordinary that either we dont know or are ilogical? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
peacemak3r Posted October 24, 2012 Share #9 Posted October 24, 2012 Either way, I hope whenever the Manhattan Bridge is replaced they will use the opportunity to put the subway in a underwater tube rather than making a new Bridge w/ subway tracks on it. That is illogical. You are just asking for more money. Replacing an old bridge with a new bridge is one thing, but requesting to also build a tunnel is literally doubling your money..maybe even more. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threxx Posted October 24, 2012 Share #10 Posted October 24, 2012 No... the Brooklyn bridge has lasted over 125 years, and so will these bridges. They have gotten recent repair work. There is no need for replacement anytime soon. Probably not even in our lifetimes if things stay intact. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokkemon Posted October 24, 2012 Share #11 Posted October 24, 2012 These bridges are really solid and were designed to last for decades upon decades, so I don't see any value in replacing them until the bridge is literally about to fall into the river. The Tappan Zee on the other hand..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aemoreira81 Posted October 24, 2012 Share #12 Posted October 24, 2012 I will say no; if the bridges have lasted this long, they will easily last another 100 years. Keep in mind that these bridges are greatly over-engineered; the bridges that age quickly are mostly those built right after World War 2. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerdodge9 Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share #13 Posted October 25, 2012 No... the Brooklyn bridge has lasted over 125 years, and so will these bridges. They have gotten recent repair work. There is no need for replacement anytime soon. Probably not even in our lifetimes if things stay intact. The new WTC complex will not be done in our lifetime! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYCRailfan523 Posted October 25, 2012 Share #14 Posted October 25, 2012 No, replacing bridges is like removing a landmark from New York City. The bridges are already old, and why need to replace them? They still work, and still durable! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Threxx Posted October 25, 2012 Share #15 Posted October 25, 2012 The new WTC complex will not be done in our lifetime! What does that have to do with what I said? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theaveragejoe Posted October 25, 2012 Share #16 Posted October 25, 2012 No, replacing bridges is like removing a landmark from New York City. The bridges are already old, and why need to replace them? They still work, and still durable! I agree but you can only rebuild a bridge so many times before it has to be replaced! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerdodge9 Posted October 25, 2012 Author Share #17 Posted October 25, 2012 I agree but you can only rebuild a bridge so many times before it has to be replaced! You also have to take into account that should we one day get another major earthquake, those bridges will not hold. It's a miracle they did not fall last year! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Far Rock Depot Posted October 25, 2012 Share #18 Posted October 25, 2012 Fall last year from what? That fart from Virginia? Over exaggerated dontcha think? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tokkemon Posted October 25, 2012 Share #19 Posted October 25, 2012 The subways make the ground shake more than that earthquake. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulrivera Posted October 26, 2012 Share #20 Posted October 26, 2012 In my world, the Manhattan Bridge would be replaced. It's been a known and widely accepted fact that the subway tracks should not have been constructed on the outer portion of the span instead of the middle. Too bad I don't have the trillions of dollars to finance such a feat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theaveragejoe Posted October 26, 2012 Share #21 Posted October 26, 2012 You also have to take into account that should we one day get another major earthquake, those bridges will not hold. It's a miracle they did not fall last year! Only way that would happen if the center of the earthquake was right below or close to the Metro NYC area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerdodge9 Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share #22 Posted October 26, 2012 There is a fault line under 125 street. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Quill Depot Posted October 26, 2012 Share #23 Posted October 26, 2012 Y'know what, your becoming a depotofrelax… I also have a strong conviction that you are him. If this is about suspension bridges, take into account that suspension bridges are supposed to move. The new WTC complex will not be done in our lifetime! Wut… It'll be done in about 5-6 years. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chargerdodge9 Posted October 26, 2012 Author Share #24 Posted October 26, 2012 Y'know what, your becoming a depotofrelax… I also have a strong conviction that you are him. If this is about suspension bridges, take into account that suspension bridges are supposed to move. Wut… It'll be done in about 5-6 years. It's a damn joke, and if you are comparing me to that retard, then drop it! I am not him. Do I look like I have a grammar problem? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
realizm Posted October 27, 2012 Share #25 Posted October 27, 2012 I will say no; if the bridges have lasted this long, they will easily last another 100 years. Keep in mind that these bridges are greatly over-engineered; the bridges that age quickly are mostly those built right after World War 2. Exactly. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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