Title
Preserving Heritage Riverine Bridges: A Hydrological Approach to the Case Study of the Grau Bridge in Peru
Date Issued
01 July 2024
Access level
open access
Resource Type
research article
Author(s)
Ccanccapa Puma J.
Hidalgo Valdivia A.V.
Espinoza Vigil A.J.
Booker J.
Universidad Católica de Santa MarÃa
Universidad Católica de Santa MarÃa
Universidad Católica de Santa MarÃa
University of Bristol
Abstract
Heritage bridges constitute an integral feature of the urban landscape in numerous cities. However, it is common for these structures to surpass their life cycle, rendering them ill-equipped to withstand the dynamic demands of users and extreme events, particularly hydrological occurrences. This research presents a methodology for the assessment of heritage riverine bridges, with a focus on the Grau Bridge in Peru as a case study. The investigation commences with an exhaustive literature review, complemented by a historical examination, followed by a preliminary diagnosis. Subsequently, hydrological and hydraulic studies are presented, encompassing drone surveys of the riverbed and the bridge, soil analyses, and the application of 1D and 2D models in HEC-RAS. The outcomes of this comprehensive analysis reveal the high vulnerability of the Grau Bridge. Finally, strategic interventions for its conservation are recommended.
Start page
3350
End page
3371
Volume
7
Issue
7
Subjects
Scopus EID
2-s2.0-85199561625
Source
Heritage
ISSN of the container
25719408
Sources of information:
Scopus
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