| AWM Table: | Bridges |
| Attribute: | Parapet Material |
| Purpose: | To record the material used for bridge parapets, which helps assess durability, safety performance, and maintenance requirements over time. |
| Value | Description | Photo Example |
|---|---|---|
| Aluminum | Lightweight metal parapets made from aluminum, typically used for corrosion resistance and ease of handling. |  |
| Concrete | Parapets made entirely of concrete, offering strong impact resistance and low maintenance. |  |
| Masonry | Parapets constructed from stone or brick, usually seen in older or decorative bridges. |  |
| Steel | Parapets made from steel components such as beams, posts, or rails, offering high strength and flexibility in design. |  |
| Timber | Parapets built from wood, often used on rural, low-traffic, or older structures. |  |
| Steel and Concrete | Parapets combining steel elements (like rails) with concrete (like posts or bases), providing both strength and mass. |  |
| Steel and Timber | A hybrid of steel and timber components, offering both flexibility and traditional materials. |  |
| Timber and Concrete | Parapets that use timber rails with concrete posts or supports, typically in transitional or budget-conscious designs. |  |
| Other | Parapet materials not covered above, such as plastic composites, fiberglass, or experimental designs. | |
| Unknown | The parapet material has not been recorded or cannot be identified from available data. |
