Bridge Build - Wildcat WMA - Splitrock Loop South

[trailhead]

actually you could drill a hole through the 6x6 and put an axle through and put wheels on it.
The bigger the wheels the better. 🤪

Yes, wheels, I was looking at a similiar unit from northern tool, but I think I can hunt around and find some tractor wheels and axle and bolt on. I have used this technique before as well as canoe carts.

 

[trailhead]

Probably do 4 people per with a pair of slings?
should weigh in around 225 lbs. according to this chart

I have a bunch of 12" galv carriage bolts to donate.

I do have several slings.
will let you know if I need the bolts...ty

 

[trailhead]

I’ll throw in $50. It’s the least I can do.

thankyou but targeted $ donations not needed for this project.

 

[JimN]

I’ll throw in $50. It’s the least I can do.

thankyou but targeted $ donations not needed for this project.

Beverages for the volunteers 😁😜

 

[serviceguy]

Is there a date(or multiple dates) set for this? I would be interested, need to gain karma points with Wild Cat, that place hates me!

 

[icebiker]

When are we looking at? Just had some surgery on my arm so no riding, lifting etc for at least a few weeks.

 

[roc]

Beverages for the volunteers 😁😜

no problem, I have been riding trails you guys have building and maintaining for a long time!

 

[Patrick]

Was just assessing a bridge over at 6MR and noticed it used triple 2x6 as rails to span 20'
It had a center support, which was lost when a tree floated by - It bounces, but not horrible.

 

[trailhead]

I've been talking with @nj29er who by trade is carpenter and currently looking at 2x10x16' qty 3 with cross bracing that also supports the handrail verticals without the wings. This appears to reduce cost some too.

 

[Stef]

In to help

 

[UtahJoe]

and current prices, maybe it should be built out of 24k gold instead? something a little more inexpensive then lumber?

 

[Stef]

In to help

With brownies

 

[gmb3]

Will lumber yards take Stef brownies as payment?

 

[trailhead]

Bridge replacement has begun....

 

[JimN]

Bridge replacement has begun....

AWESOME!!

 

[gmb3]

Awesome! Let us know when you need laborers!

 

[A Potted Plant]

Got to check it out today in person I'm wondering what the line is?

Also @trailhead someone found your supply stash

 

[trailhead]

Lol.....we got critter protection now....got the bears on retainer for the lumber!

 

[trailhead]

The area around the stream crossing was too rocky and uneven for efficient construction, so the two bridge spans were framed off site.
We now need to transport them from the road access at splitrock dam ( boat launch) to the trail.
There are two 36" x 16 foot sections, and the plan is to affix wheels to the 2X10 side, and roll/carry them down the trail in the vertical orientation. We need people to help. If all goes well, then this should only take a few hours. The distance is about a half mile.

Sunday, July 11
8am at the splitrock boat launch.
wear sturdy shoes, long pants, bug spray
bring water
gloves supplied

https://goo.gl/maps/JvbC6B7zPCUTMbdX9

 

[trailhead]

Cancelling for July 11th
Will post a new date when we have enough volunteers on board.