The Science Behind the New Mississippi River Bridge, Part 1

    Go behind the scenes and learn what it takes to construct a new bridge over the Mississippi River in St. Louis, Missouri. The main focus in this program is on the foundation work that has been completed to create the piers on which the bridge’s two signature cable-stayed towers now stand. To obtain more details about the program including related curriculum standards, program objectives and agenda, pre and post program learning activities, and additional video and web resources related to the program, click on the Educational Material tab.