Stone Strong® precast concrete retaining wall systems provide engineers and contractors with a robust, efficient, and cost-effective solution for bridge infrastructure projects. From bridge abutments and wing walls to approach embankments and grade separation structures, Stone Strong delivers proven performance while reducing construction time and site disruption.

The system combines the structural advantages of large-scale precast concrete with flexible design options, making it suitable for both temporary and permanent bridge applications across transport, rail, commercial, and civil infrastructure projects.

Bridge Abutments

Stone Strong bridge abutments offer a practical alternative to traditional cast-in-place concrete structures. The modular precast system enables rapid construction while providing the strength and durability required to support bridge loads and approach embankments.

Key Benefits

• Reduced construction programmes through off-site manufacturing
• Minimal site preparation and formwork requirements
• Excellent load-bearing performance
• Adaptable to a wide range of bridge geometries
• Reduced labour and equipment requirements
• Suitable for road, rail, pedestrian, and shared-use bridges

Stone Strong abutments can be integrated with reinforced soil systems such as ParaWeb® to create mechanically stabilised earth (MSE) structures capable of supporting significant bridge loads while accommodating challenging site conditions.

MSE Bridge Abutments

Mechanically Stabilised Earth (MSE) bridge abutments combine Stone Strong facing units with engineered reinforcement systems such as ParaWeb® polyester straps.

This approach creates a reinforced soil mass capable of supporting substantial bridge loads while providing excellent flexibility and seismic performance.

Why Choose MSE Abutments?

• Reduced foundation loads compared to conventional concrete structures
• Improved performance on variable ground conditions
• Excellent seismic resilience
• Cost-effective for large bridge approaches
• Reduced concrete quantities
• Rapid construction and programme certainty

MSE abutments have been successfully used on major transport and rail infrastructure projects throughout New Zealand and internationally, providing long-term performance under demanding operating conditions.

Bridge Wing Walls

Stone Strong wing walls provide an efficient solution for retaining bridge approaches and managing transitions between bridge structures and adjacent embankments.

The modular nature of the system allows wing walls to be constructed at varying lengths, heights, and angles to suit project requirements.

Features

• Compatible with both gravity and MSE abutments
• Accommodates complex bridge geometries
• Rapid installation
• Consistent architectural appearance
• Reduced construction disruption