John Kucko picture posted on April 26:
Panther Pride in Portage: Have tried to showcase the multiple layers of getting the spectacular new rail bridge built at Letchworth SP. American Bridge, based near Pittsburgh, sent some of its finest engineers to oversee this massive endeavor. These three (from left: Josh Munzek, Jonathan Weaver and Dan Stauffer) have called Portage "home" for the last couple of years. All three attended the University of Pittsburgh and have had crucial roles in the history that has transpired here. Jonathan is the Project Manager, overseeing it all. He's like the conductor of a large orchestra, making sure each component comes together to produce perfect harmony. Josh and Dan are Field Engineers, two of the rising stars for American Bridge. Dan's last day is tomorrow, he moves to Kansas City to be part of another bridge project there and gets a nice promotion. Josh will remain here with Jonathan and see this project through to the very end--until the last tree is planted and restoration is complete. Anytime I needed information on numbers (weight of iron, size of gusset plates, etc.) Josh always delivered good information. The life of these kinds of engineers is such that they move every two or three years, onto the next project. American Bridge has had a few others here, but these guys I got to know best. Without them, and the blessing of Norfolk Southern, none of my documentation would have been possible. American Bridge is lucky to have these three! They have helped create a lasting legacy here and I'll miss my visits with them at their cozy little office trailer at the east end.
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