ABSTRACT
The Västerbron link in Stockholm, comprises Riddarfjärdsbron to the north and Pålsundsbron to the south, is a strategic link between northern and southern Stockholm and was the first crossing constructed outside the city centre. Opened in 1935, this structure pioneered early welding technology. The bridge is now an important landmark within Stockholms City. Due to the age of the structure and reported concerns regarding the adequacy of the material used in its construction, extensive works were carried out to assess the current structural condition of the main bridges and develop a maintenance strategy to ensure the safe operation of the structure over the next 40 to 80 years. This paper sets out the technical work carried out to assess the current condition of the structure to ensure its adequacy, focussing on managing the stability of this very slender steel structure.
