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Railcar Bridges
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89' Railroad Flatcar Bridge with railing and width modifications

68' Railroad Flatcar for Dirt Diggers North Motocross Event, Hangtown.

62' Railroad Flatcar Bridge with railing and width modifications

Railroad Flatcar being used as a temporary construction bridge		 FLATCARS AS BRIDGES
  • Tremendous Load Capacity
  • Strong, Dependable Wood or Steel Decks
  • Quick and Efficient Setup
  • Prompt Delivery
Applicability of the use of salvaged railroad car chassis as bridges.
Jim Dobbas Inc. coordinates bridge projects with local engineering companies. (See list) Over the past 15 years JDI has worked with engineers on the placement of approximately 300 bridges.

Projects have included a four by two railcar bridge spanning the Bear River, a three by two railcar bridge over the Tuolumne River, and numerous bridges over the Truckee and the Carson Rivers. Other projects have included an entry bridge to a ready mix plant, serving 60,000lb concrete trucks running at three minute intervals and a gravel pit with triple trailer assemblies weighing 120,000lbs, running every thirty seconds.

Due to the custom design nature of a bridge project prices cannot be quoted on this web page.

A registered civil or structural engineer experienced in structural design and analysis should evaluate each and every structure being considered for a public or private bridge.		  
Did You Know ...

Pedestrian Access for Special Events

Designed for Dirt Diggers annual Hangtown Motocross Event in May 2006; Railroad flatcar provides flyover pedestrian walkway.

Flatcar Bridges for Heavy Equipment

Railroad flatcars make an excellent temporary bridge. Teichert Construction has used flatcars during construction to provide heavy equipment access over waterways or culverts.

Wheels to Anchors

Wheel sets can be cut in half and used to make marine anchors.

Been Hunting Today?

An 89' Railroad Flatcar provides access to family hunting grounds. Modifications made to the railcar included; deck extension to 12' width, three rail metal railing system, asphalt enclosures, and paint.

Coats and Ties

Tie plates and railroad spikes make an excellent coat rack for the office or home.

Bridge Brings Winter Relief

In Sheridan, CA, JDI completed a Flatcar Bridge Project that produced a haul bridge for Patterson Sand and Gravel capable of handling loads up to 180,000 lbs. The construction consisted of eight 62' Flatcars to produce a span of 248'and a width of 21'. Completion of the project gave our client access to their property 12 months out of the year instead of 8.

An Auto Auction

In Tracy, CA JDI constructed a single span Railcar bridge three 62' flatcars wide.
Enhancements made to the Railcar Bridge included Cal Trans guardrails, epoxy paint, and an asphalt surface.

Bridges Compliment Landscapes

JDI working with our client completed a Railcar Bridge for a lake crossing on an exclusive estate in Northern CA. The width was modified to 16' using a single 62' Flatcar. Additional enhancements were made to the flatcar including, handrails, extensions, timber wheel bumpers, an overlay of 3" asphalt, and an epoxy paint complimenting the landscape.
Railroad Ties
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Load of Railroad Ties, JDI Antelope Facility

Dimensions 6"x 8"x 8'
Weight 100+ lbs.

Grade 1 Good on all four sides, used for posts
Grade 2 Good on three sides, commonly used in landscaping and embankment work
Grade 3 Good on at least two sides

Relay/Switch Ties available in Grades 1 and 2
Dimensions: 7”x9”x9’ (up to 16’) Weight 150+ lbs.

For availability and pricing information please call the JDI Antelope Facility.

  
Timbers
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Timber Racks in JDI Antelope Yard There are many projects timbers can be used for, ranging from building open beam ceiling homes (non-treated) to shoring and blocking of large construction projects (treated).

Treated and Non-treated timbers range in size and price. For more detailed information and pricing on timbers please call the JDI Antelope Facility. 		 
Railcar Parts
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Freight Car Wheel Sets in JDI Antelope Yard. Photo: ©2003 Cake Farm. We have a wide variety of Freight car parts available in the following categories at the JDI Antelope Facility:
  • Air Brake Systems
  • Brake Components
  • Draft Gears
  • Cushion Devices
  • Truck Parts- Ride Control & Barber
  • Coupler & Parts
  • Wheel & Axle Assemblies
 
Track Materials
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Load out of Relay Rail Relay track materials, rail and OTM (other track materials) are available upon request at the JDI Antelope Facility.  
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