Counter-arch

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The Enneüs Heerma Bridge showing the counter arch in the middle[1]

A counter-arch is built adjacent to another arch to oppose its forces or help stabilize it.[2]

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  1. ^ Derwig, Jan. "Ijburg Bridge 1 Amsterdam, Netherlands". grimshaw.global. Retrieved 8 November 2021.
  2. ^ "counter arch." McGraw-Hill Dictionary of Architecture and Construction. McGraw-Hill Companies, Inc., 2003. Answers.com, 7 September 2008. http://www.answers.com/topic/counter-arch


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