Custom Bridges & Boardwalks, Built for Their Environment
No two bridge projects are exactly alike. At Nature Bridges, we build custom pedestrian bridges, boardwalks, free-span bridges, golf course bridges, and vehicular timber bridges designed around the needs of each site.
With decades of experience and specialized top-down construction capabilities, our team can take on projects ranging from straightforward trail crossings to complex structures in challenging locations. Explore the different types of bridges and boardwalks we build below.
Pedestrian Bridges And Boardwalks:
Pedestrian bridges and boardwalks add attractive, functional connections to community developments, commercial districts, and tourist attractions. Our specialized top-down construction method allows us to build elevated structures in even the most challenging locations.
Timber Walkways, Dune Crossovers And Dune Paths:
Dune crossovers and dune paths provide safe, accessible routes through coastal landscapes. Our projects are designed to minimize impact on sensitive vegetation and wildlife while giving visitors a better way to experience the coast.
Free Span Bridges:
Free span bridges are a versatile option for crossing waterways, railroads, ravines, flood hazards, and more. We can offer several types, with options that can be customized to fit the needs and style of your project.
- Aluminum free span bridges: Lightweight, durable, and low-maintenance, aluminum bridges are a practical option for a variety of pedestrian applications.
- Fiberglass (FRP): Fiberglass reinforced plastic bridges offer strength and durability with minimal maintenance. Nature Bridges installed Florida’s first FRP bridge, designed with a 140 mph wind rating.
- Glulam Bridges:Â Engineered timber glulam (glued laminated) beams offer strength, versatility, and a natural aesthetic. We can construct wooden free span bridges over 100 feet. If you want a unique style, Nature Bridges can customize your glulam bridge with materials such as a stone facade.
- Steel-framed Bridges:Â Steel-framed bridges provide strength and durability with a range of customizable decking and railing options.
Golf Cart, Golf Course & Community Bridges:
Golf course and community bridges provide convenient crossings for pedestrians and golf carts while adding character to the surrounding landscape. From water hazards to challenging terrain, our bridges are designed to fit naturally into the course or community.
Vehicular Timber Bridges:
Vehicular timber bridges provide a durable and natural aesthetic solution for a variety of crossings, such as ATV routes and emergency access. Our vehicular timber bridges can be built to DOT-approved AASHTO load bearings of HS-5 to HS-25 bridge specifications and are backed by a three-year warranty.