Set Heavy Infrastructure Components with Precision

Box culvert and bridge girder placement from Russell Crane Service supports roadway and public works projects in Yakima.

When you are working on a highway expansion, municipal drainage project, or bridge installation in Yakima, placing box culverts and bridge girders requires precision rigging, heavy lifting capacity, and coordination between crane operators, engineers, and site crews. These components weigh thousands of pounds, and even a slight misalignment during placement can delay the project or compromise structural integrity.

Russell Crane Service provides specialized lifting and placement for box culverts and bridge girders throughout Yakima and Central Washington. The team plans each lift to ensure safe alignment and secure placement, and they are experienced with the heavy components and complex site logistics typical of highway and municipal projects. Whether you are installing culverts under a new roadway or setting girders for a bridge span, the right equipment and coordination keep your project on schedule.

Request a consultation for culvert or girder placement and discuss your project requirements with the team in Yakima.

How Heavy Components Are Positioned on Infrastructure Sites

When Russell Crane Service arrives at a site in Yakima to place a box culvert or bridge girder, the crane is positioned to provide the reach and capacity needed for the lift. Rigging straps or spreader bars are attached to the component at designated lift points, and the operator raises the load slowly while site crews guide it into alignment with surveyed marks or existing structures.

After the component is set, you will see it resting level and aligned according to engineering specifications, ready for backfill, formwork, or the next phase of construction. The roadway or drainage system can proceed without delays caused by placement errors, and the structural load is distributed correctly from the start.

Box culverts are typically set into prepared trenches or excavated channels, while bridge girders are lowered onto bearing pads or support columns. Both require coordination with survey crews and inspectors to confirm alignment before the crane releases the load. If your project involves multiple units or phased installation, the crane can be scheduled to return for additional placements without disrupting other site activities.

What Project Teams Ask Before Scheduling Placement

Engineers and contractors typically want to know about crane capacity, site access, rigging methods, and how placement timing fits into the overall project schedule.

What types of projects in Yakima require box culvert or bridge girder placement?
These services are commonly needed on roadway construction, bridge installations, drainage projects, and public works upgrades. They also support commercial developments that include infrastructure components.
How is the crane positioned to safely lift and place heavy components?
The crane is positioned based on the weight of the component, the reach required, and site access. Russell Crane Service coordinates with engineers to confirm load charts and rigging plans before the lift begins.
What happens if the site conditions change after the placement is scheduled?
The team reviews site conditions before each lift and adjusts the plan if ground stability, access, or weather conditions require it. Communication with the project manager ensures alignment with the schedule.
How far in advance should I schedule box culvert or girder placement for a project in Yakima?
Scheduling at least a week ahead allows time for coordination with engineers, survey crews, and site preparation. Complex lifts or multiple placements may require more notice.
Can Russell Crane Service handle multiple placements on the same project?
Yes, the team can schedule multiple placements as needed throughout the project timeline. This is common on bridge and roadway projects that involve phased installation of components.

Russell Crane Service supports infrastructure and public works projects across Yakima with the equipment and planning needed to place box culverts and bridge girders safely and accurately. Whether your project involves a single culvert installation or a multi-span bridge, the right crane and coordination ensure alignment and structural integrity from the start. Request a consultation for culvert or girder placement and coordinate the details with the team.