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Strengthening the Thorndon overbridge

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Strengthening the Thorndon overbridge

The Wellington Fault passes through the 1.3-kilometre-long Thorndon overbridge, making it one of the most vulnerable parts of the roading system around Wellington. A detailed seismic evaluation was undertaken, and the bridge was strengthened to minimise damage from a future earthquake.

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Eileen McSaveney. 'Earthquakes', Te Ara - the Encyclopedia of New Zealand, updated 25-Sep-11
URL: http://www.TeAra.govt.nz/en/earthquakes/4/6