Bridge disasters in fiction The General (1926 film): The fictional Rock River bridge, a wooden trestle bridge purpose-built for the film, is set on fire and later collapses as a train attempts to cross it.

Mar 26, 2024 · These eight collapses are among history’s deadliest bridge disasters. 1. Portugal, 1809Deaths: Est. 4,000. History’s deadliest bridge collapse occurred during the Peninsular War as …

Mar 27, 2024 · Going back even further, examples of bridge failures abound, with culprits ranging from design flaws to extreme weather to human error. Below, learn about seven of the worst bridge …

Mar 30, 2024 · Review critical incidents of bridge collapses worldwide, highlighting causes and impacts on human lives, and reflect on the Baltimore Bridge Collapse of 2024.

Mar 29, 2024 · Let's talk about some of the worst bridge collapses the U.S. has experienced, and what we've learned from them. Not all bridges cross rivers and roadways, and one of the deadliest bridge …

We explore eight of history’s most serious bridge collapses. Many bridges are known for being landmarks as well as feats of engineering. Just think of London Bridge, Brooklyn Bridge or San …

Oct 1, 2025 · From Johnstown to Minneapolis, bridge disasters shaped America’s infrastructure policies and engineering practices. They taught us about the dangers of corrosion, overloading, wind, water, …

Feb 27, 2025 · These failures not only lead to loss of life and property but also serve as valuable lessons for engineers, planners, and societies alike. This article explores some of the most infamous bridge …

Mar 27, 2024 · From 1960 to 2015, there were 35 major bridge collapses worldwide due to ship or barge collision, with a total of 342 people killed, according to the World Association for Waterborne …

Aug 18, 2025 · News about Bridge Disasters, including commentary and archival articles published in The New York Times.