| AWM Table: | Bridges |
| Attribute: | Secondary Member Type |
| Purpose: | To describe the type of structural elements that support or connect the main parts of a bridge or crossing, helping with structural assessment, repair planning, and material classification. |
| Value | Description | Photo Example |
|---|---|---|
| Beam | A beam is a structural element that primarily resists loads applied laterally across the beam's axis. |  |
| Girder | A large beam or compound structure used for building bridges. It is the main horizontal support of a structure which supports smaller beams. |  |
| Log | A large piece of wood, or log, that is used to create a structure. |  |
| Truss | A structure of connected elements, usually forming triangular units. These members are structured and connected in a way such that they only incur axial force. The members of a truss are considered two-force members because the forces are only applied at either end of the member, resulting in either a compression or tension force. |  |
| Other | A secondary structural element that does not fit into the listed types. |
