TM 5-5420-278-100038 000038 00-1BRIDGE RECOVERY, SWINGING BRIDGE METHODIn the swinging bridge method, the bridge assembly is swung upstream from thebridge line to the shore to allow disassembly along or near the shore where thecurrent is slower than in the main flow of river. This makes bay-to-bay removaleasier.WARNINGAll bridge personnel must wear approved life jacketswhile on the bridge. Failure to comply may result ininjury or death to personnel.Exercise caution when walking near centerline ofroadway; the ponton alignment lugs project above theroadway surface on interior bays and constitute atripping hazard. Failure to comply may result in injuryto personnel.NOTEEnsure roadway surface is free of rocks, mud, anddebris prior to bridge recovery. (Refer to WP 0053 00.)a. Open both pump access covers (3), move pump control valve levers (1) to UPposition, and raise ramp bay (2) enough to relieve grounding. Close accesscovers (3).CAUTIONNever swing bridge assembly downstream; alwaysswing bridge assembly upstream to far shore.b. Have appropriate number of bridge boats connected to bridge assembly foranchorage. (Refer to WP 0036 00, table 4.)c. Remove anchorage from near shore ramp bay (2), swing bridge upstreamwhile anchorage crew adjusts anchorage at far shore as needed.d. Anchorage crew will temporarily anchor bridge assembly to far shore. NOTEStart disassembly from downstream end of bridge.e. Have boat secured to bay being removed.123
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