Water Intake Bridge

Cleveland Cliffs
The Client:

The Cleveland-Cliffs Indiana Harbor Facility in East Chicago, Indiana, is a prominent steel production complex where MECA has provided service work spanning 40 years. The facility encompasses a steel mill, coke plant, and associated infrastructure, producing high-quality flat-rolled steel products. The facility's focus on hot-rolled, cold-rolled, and coated sheets serves various industries, including automotive and construction. Cleveland-Cliffs has invested significantly in advanced technologies and practices to minimize its environmental impact. The Cleveland Cliffs Indiana Harbor plant is a key player in the American steel industry.

Project Fast Facts

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Client: Cleveland Cliffs - Indiana Harbor

Location: East Chicago, Indiana

Work Performed: Structural Engineering

Project Schedule: Eight Months

Completion Date: March 2023


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The WORK:

Challenge: Cleveland Cliffs Steel Mill faced operational disruptions and safety concerns due to an outdated equipment bridge over their vital water intake. They needed a solution to enhance safety, modernize the bridge, and improve productivity.

The MECA Solution: Our expert team of Engineers lead a meticulous tear down and rebuild project. Our engineers employed cutting-edge techniques to systematically dismantle and remove each component. They designed and constructed a robust replacement bridge, integrating state-of-the-art engineering principles. The new bridge ensured maximum safety, efficiency, and longevity, enduring heavy loads, extreme Great Lakes weather, and daily rigors.


THE RESULT:

The project yielded exceptional outcomes. The revitalized bridge transformed the water intake into a modern, reliable asset, enhanced safety features and created a secure working environment.

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