Sustainability

Big R Bridge and LEED

Big R Bridge is a certified LEED manufacturer. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) promotes a whole-building approach to sustainability by recognizing performance in key areas.

» Learn more about LEED building standards

Recycled Steel

Our products use a high degree of steel, the world’s most-recycled material. Given the increased awareness of green construction, steel is the material of choice because of its positive recycled content and recyclability attributes. Steel products also use less energy to manufacture, ship and install than their concrete counterparts. 

» Benefits of recycled and recyclable steel

Weathering Steel

Big R Modular Steel Bridges are made from recycled steel and are available in a naturally weathering finish option that provides a number of environmental benefits.

» Benefits of weathering steel

Big R’s engineered solutions minimize environmental impact in many ways.

Minimal site impact Our bridge and structural plate culvert designs install quickly and easily with minimal site impact.

Open flow designs Open flow feature prevents blockages and flooding associated with concrete box designs.

Low-maintenance Big R steel bridges are virtually maintenance free for reduced costs and site impact compared to concrete.

Culvert relines Help salvage older structures and avoid the cost, safety and environmental issues of full replacement.

Salt and soft water Corrosion/abrasion-resistant Dur•A•Span Aluminum Plate protects salt and soft water habitat.

Fish passages Fish baffle inserts, bridge passages and open-bottomed culverts with integrated footings facilitate fish movement.

Wildlife crossings Wildlife underpass and overpass crossings help protect species, preserve habitat, and increase safety.