Bridges

Our bridge projects are providing improved guidance on design and materials management, and evaluation methods for bridge load capacity.

Latest publications and webinars

Elastomeric Strip Seal Expansion Joints
  • ATS-5630-24
  • 30 August 2024
  • Specifications
Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5630 sets out the requirements for the supply and installation of elastomeric strip seal expansion joints, comprising of preformed elastomeric strip seals, metal seal retainers and anchorages. Refer to Annexure B…
Anti-Graffiti Coatings
  • ATS-5820-24
  • 30 August 2024
  • Specifications
Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5820 specifies the requirements for the supply and application of anti-graffiti coating systems to structures, roadside furniture and traffic controller boxes. It excludes the application of coating systems to…
Bonded Metal-Elastomer Expansion Joints
  • ATS-5650-24
  • 30 August 2024
  • Specifications
Austroads Technical Specification ATS 5650 sets out the requirements for the supply and installation of bonded metal-elastomer expansion joints, including reinforced elastomeric units, sealants and anchorage systems. This type of expansion joint…

Austroads' Bridge Task Force and their projects.

The Austroads Guide to Bridge Technology provides bridge owners and agencies with advice on bridge ownership, design procurement, vehicle and pedestrian accessibility and bridge maintenance and management practices. 

The Austroads Bridge Awards recognise the individuals and organisations that have delivered outstanding bridge structures and design across Australia and New Zealand.

Watch the crash-testing videos and find out more about the Austroads project to update the guidelines on selecting and designing bridge barriers.