Construct plate girder bridge from angle iron for USA Trains F-3s

[JimR]

I would like to span a 20' dry creek bed with a plate girder bridge (which I could break into two 10' spans).  My idea is to use 2" angle iron (one on each side of the bridge) with a fake fascia to approximate the plate girders.  Has anyone done anything like this -- if so, could you please share your design?

My heaviest train is the Southern Crescent Limited (pulled by USA Trains F-3 diesels (A&B, both powered) pulling USA Trains silver-side passenger cars).

 Thanks for your thoughts!

[Quitchakiddin]

I built two 10' plate girder bridges fore and aft of a 20' truss bridge. I used 1/8" X 3" flat bar rounded at the ends and 1/2" flat bar welded to the edges.I welded 1/4" solid bar in between the top and bottom plates,(a right and left hand side) then connected two sides with 1/2" square tube. I could send you pictures if you want.

[JimR]

 I would really appreciate pictures showing the details of the plate girder bridges and your estimate of the cost of materials. I would also be interested in a picture of your 20' truss bridge.  (I have been considering two 10' arch bridges for which I've ordered plans.) I'm new to this 'Forum Business' but I believe you can send pictures, either via email using the 'Contact' link, or by using the 'Insert/Edit Link' feature in the Menu Bar, above the message field.  Thanks for your prompt reply and offer!

[Quitchakiddin]

Jim, I sent you a PM. Bill