Modern Steel Construction June 2013 : Page 4June 2013 features 20 Going Big in Ohio BY STEVE HAGUE, S.E., P.E., AND JOEL HALTERMAN The largest project in Ohio DOT history replaces an historic Cleveland crossing with a new delta girder bridge. 54 Engineering for Emergencies BY SHAFIQ ALAM, S.E., AND JEREMY D. LIVERMORE, P.E. A California highway transportation management center has to be able to respond quickly to emergencies and also withstand a catastrophic event. 26 26 32 Chicago Crossing BY ROBERT HONG, S.E., P.E., P.ENG., SOLIMAN KHUDEIRA, S.E., P.E., PH.D., AND JOSEPH GLENNON, P.E. A new Chicago bridge takes over the duties of a former Centurion. 58 No Blues in St. Louis BY GEOFF WEISENBERGER Biggest. NASCC. Ever. Brooklyn’s Other Bridge BY JIM TALBOT The Williamsburg Bridge stands tall in the shadow of its more famous neighbor to the south. columns business issues 17 Capitol Gains BY BRIAN RAFF The idea of building relationships with your elected officials is more than just hot air. Become their trusted ally and you just might become a part of their construction decision-making process. 36 Going Geospatial BY BOB KNIGHT, P.E., AND TOM RUSY, P.E. The National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency consolidates its resources into a new steel-framed facility on the outskirts of D.C. 42 people to know All Rise BY THOMAS A. SABOL, S.E., PH.D. Typical structural schemes and height requirements are overruled in San Diego’s new federal courthouse. 66 Music Man For more than a decade, Terry Zwick has been one of the leaders of the band for NASCC. 48 Tip of the Iceberg BY WALLY B. FORD, P.E., AND BRANDON COFFEY The small, above-ground entrance to the Harris County Jury Plaza belies the expansive steel structure below grade. in every issue departments 6 EDITOR’S NOTE 9 STEEL INTERCHANGE 12 STEEL QUIZ 60 NEWS & EVENTS resources 64 65 42 MARKETPLACE EMPLOYMENT ON THE COVER: The Interstate 90 Innerbelt Bridge, Cleveland, p. 20. (Photo: Brad Feinknopf) MODERN STEEL CONSTRUCTION (Volume 53, Number 6. ISSN (print) 0026-8445: ISSN (online) 1945-0737. Published monthly by the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC), One E. Wacker Dr., Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60601. Subscriptions: Within the U.S.—single issues $6.00; 1 year, $44. Outside the U.S. (Canada and Mexico)—single issues $9.00; 1 year $88. Periodicals postage paid at Chicago, IL and at additional mailing offices. Postmaster: Please send address changes to MODERN STEEL CONSTRUCTION, One East Wacker Dr., Suite 700, Chicago, IL 60601. AISC does not approve, disapprove, or guarantee the validity or accuracy of any data, claim, or opinion appearing under a byline or obtained or quoted from an acknowledged source. Opinions are those of the writers and AISC is not responsible for any statement made or opinions expressed in MODERN STEEL CONSTRUCTION. All rights reserved. Materials may not be reproduced without written permission, except for noncommercial educational purposes where fewer than 25 photocopies are being reproduced. The AISC and MSC logos are registered trademarks of AISC. 4 MODERN STEEL CONSTRUCTION JUNE 2013 Publication List Using a screen reader? Click Here |
