A
bridge is a
structure built to
span physical obstacles without closing the way underneath such as a
body of water,
valley, or
road, for the purpose of providing passage over the obstacle. There are many different designs that each serve a particular purpose and apply to different situations. Designs of bridges vary depending on the function of the bridge, the nature of the
terrain where the bridge is constructed and anchored, the material used to make it, and the funds available to build it.