Warhorse Brigade completes Al Swaib bridge project

Courtesy Photo | The 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division completed Al Swaib Bridge, southeast of Al Qurnah, June 29.The completion provides the region an increased capability in traffic, thereby enhancing security and trade.  

BASRA, IRAQ

06.29.2009

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2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division

BASRA PROVINCE, Iraq — The 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division completed a key bridge project southeast of Al Qurnah June 29.

The Al Swaib Bridge's completion provides the region an increased capability in traffic, thereby enhancing security and trade, said Maj. Stanley Hutchinson, brigade civil affairs officer.

The project cost more than $122,000 and included the removal of the worn asphalt, fabrication and installation of 22 decking panels, replacement of side barrier posts and the construction of guide rails along both sides of the bridge.

"The completion of this bridge will go a long way into establishing security and economic stability for the people of the region," said Maj. Matthew Cody, Brigade executive officer.

The bridge was originally damaged as a result of an indirect fire attack. It was built over a tributary of the Tigris River during the Iraq-Iran war.

• Date Taken: 06.29.2009
• Date Posted: 06.30.2009 02:22
• Story ID: 35772
• Location: BASRA, IQ