"This pamphlet is designed to cover the fundamental principles involved in the design of all types of bridges likely to be employed in military operations. Detailed designs of each special type are considered after a discussion of the general principles of design. In addition, charts and tables covering the strength of materials and certain short cuts in design are included. The pamphlet is not intended to be a text in mechanics, but simply a guide in the practical application of fundamental principles."--Page 1.

Cover title. At head of title: Corps of Engineers. At foot of title: Prepared under direction of the Chief of Engineers.

General information --Mechanics of simple stresses -- Design of stringer bridge using either trestle or pile supports -- Design of wooden truss bridge -- Design of suspension bridge -- Strength of materials.