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Old Youngs Bay Bridge Deck Repair, USA

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Overhead view of Old Youngs Bay Bridge Astoria, Oregon

Old Youngs Bay Bridge Deck Repair, USA

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Old Youngs Bay Bridge mid-project.

Project Overview

The Old Youngs Bay Bridge, a 1,766-foot cantilever bridge in Astoria, Oregon, has connected communities for nearly a century since its original construction in the 1920s. As a critical transportation link, the bridge required extensive rehabilitation to extend its service life and meet modern infrastructure demands.  The Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) prioritized sustainability, durability, and long-term cost savings in the rehabilitation project. Key goals included:

  • Long-Term Service Life: Extending the bridge’s lifespan with materials that prevent corrosion and structural degradation.
  • Reduced Maintenance Costs: Minimizing ongoing repair expenses to improve lifecycle efficiency.
  • Environmental Protection: Preventing concrete spalling and reducing environmental impact.
  • Enhanced Safety & Reliability: Ensuring long-term structural integrity for the traveling public.

Project Results

To achieve these objectives, the project incorporated Mateenbar60™ – our high-performance glass fiber-reinforced polymer (GFRP) rebar designed for superior durability and corrosion-free performance. Mateenbar® products offer key advantages over steel rebar:

  • Corrosion-Free Durability – Unlike steel, Mateenbar60™ does not rust, ensuring a 100-year service life with zero risk of corrosion-related failures.
  • Lower Whole-of-Life Costs – Significantly reduces maintenance and repair expenses, providing long-term savings for DOTs.
  • Increased Structural Reliability – Eliminates the risk of concrete spalling and deterioration, preserving bridge integrity.
  • Lightweight & High-Strength – Easier handling and installation while offering superior tensile strength compared to steel.
  • Sustainable & Non-Metallic – Environmentally friendly, non-corrosive material that enhances infrastructure resilience.

By replacing steel reinforcement with Mateenbar60 fiberglass rebar, the Old Youngs Bay Bridge now benefits from next-generation infrastructure technology engineered to lead and built to last. This strategic upgrade ensures the bridge remains a trusted and reliable connection for commuters, businesses, and the broader community.

Building the Future with Mateenbar®

For over 30 years globally, Mateenbar® has been a leader in strength, purpose, and sustainable innovation—proudly made in the USA and fully BABA-compliant. When infrastructure projects demand proven durability, superior performance, and long-term resilience, Mateenbar60™ is the smart choice. Contact our team today to learn how GFRP rebar can optimize your next project, reduce lifecycle costs, and deliver lasting results. Discover why Mateenbar® reinforces what matters most—building the future of infrastructure, one project at a time.

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