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Burr Truss
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The Burr Arch Truss—or, simply, Burr Truss or Burr Arch—is a combination of an arch and a multiple kingpost truss design. It was invented in 1804 by Theodore Burr,[1] patented on April 3, 1817,[2] and used in bridges, usually covered bridges.[3][4]
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![]() Interior structure of a covered bridge utilizing a kingpost with a Burr Arch structure | |
Ancestor | Truss bridge, kingpost bridge |
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Related | None |
Descendant | None |
Carries | Pedestrians, livestock, vehicles |
Span range | Short to medium |
Material | Wood planks |
Movable | No |
Design effort | medium |
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