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BRIDGE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION INC

Brooklyn, NY · EIN 542065347 · Form 990 · FY2024 · NTEE S41 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · bridgeengineer.org
revenue
$22K
expenses
$41K
net assets
$160K
employees
0
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

Promote state of the art bridge engineering technology through publications and the organization of conferences, seminars and forums on various themes of interest to the bridge engeneering community

profile · synthesized from sources

Professional association advancing bridge engineering through conferences, seminars, and publications. Serves engineers and technical professionals by promoting state-of-the-art practices in bridge design, construction, and management. Focuses on knowledge exchange, technical innovation, and professional development within the global bridge engineering community.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Annual Bridge Engineering Conference
Hosts technical sessions, keynote addresses, and forums on bridge design, management, and rehabilitation, featuring experts from the U.S. and abroad.
Bridge Management & Digital Design Forum
Technical program focusing on digital workflows, BIM, WIM systems, and data fusion for bridge infrastructure management.
Steel Bridge Innovation Initiative
Promotes advancements in steel bridge design, including corrosion protection, redundancy, and fabrication efficiency.
activities · 8 groups

What they do

  • Professional Excellence Awards Programs 1 activity
    • Administering biennial bridge engineering awards
      Grants the Bridge Design Award and the Bridge Engineering Research Award biennially to individuals who have made significant contributions to bridge engineering design and research, with past recipients recognized for innovations in landmark bridge design and advancements in structural analysis.
  • Trade and Logistics Support Services 1 activity
    • Implementing bridge management systems for international partners
      Deploys the Analytical Expert Bridge Management System (AESUM) in partner countries such as Ukraine to support data-driven decision-making in bridge inspections, maintenance planning, and repair cost forecasting.
  • Transportation Policy Advocacy & Infrastructure Reform 1 activity
    • Installing structural monitoring systems for bridge infrastructure
      Installed weigh-in-motion (WIM) sensors on the BQE Expressway in 2019 to monitor structural loading and support enforcement of truck weight limits, contributing to infrastructure safety and management.
  • Scientific Conference & Symposium Management 1 activity
    • Organizing annual New York City Bridge Conference
      Hosts an annual conference that brings together international bridge engineering professionals to share research, discuss innovations, and earn Professional Development Hours. The event includes technical sessions, presentation opportunities, and professional development resources for attendees.
  • Academic Research Dissemination 1 activity
    • Producing and disseminating technical publications
      Produces and publishes journals, conference proceedings, and technical papers that translate academic research into practical guidelines for bridge engineering, including special issues and selected papers from conference presentations.
  • Professional Networking Events 1 activity
    • Providing exhibition and networking opportunities at conferences
      Offers Table Top Display opportunities at the annual New York City Bridge Conference for companies and organizations to present engineering solutions and technologies to bridge engineering professionals.
  • Professional Conference Support 1 activity
    • Supporting professional development and conference logistics
      Provides professional development hours, conference proceedings, meals, and discounted hotel accommodations for attendees of the annual New York City Bridge Conference to support participation and engagement.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Conducting bridge design and rehabilitation projects using advanced modeling tools
      Executes bridge design and rehabilitation projects using model-based BIM workflows and cloud-based parametric platforms such as Allplan and OpenBrIM to improve efficiency in 3D/FEA modeling and design code compliance.
financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$22K
Contributions & grants$00%
Program service revenue$22K100%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$41K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$160K
Cash$160K
Investments$0
Liabilities$0
Net assets$160K
Liquid reserves46.9 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -90.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024

Who runs it

board members · 1
  • KHALED MAHMOUD — CHAIRMAN
relationships · 22

Who they work with

  • BTC Government — Employer of the Chairman of the Bridge Engineering Association and affiliated with the leadership of the organization.
  • Bridge Engineering Association (BEA) Network — BRIDGE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATION INC operates as the Bridge Engineering Association (BEA), hosting and managing the New York City Bridge Conference.
  • Delaware Department of Transportation Partner — Partnered on the Taylors Bridge Road Bridge replacement project using BIM-based design delivery.
  • HNTB Partner — Collaborates with HNTB engineers as presenters and session participants in multiple technical sessions.
  • IOS Press Partner — Co-publishes the journal Bridge Structures.
  • Journal of Bridge Structures Partner — Published select conference papers in a special issue of the journal.
  • MTA Bridges & Tunnels Partner — Engages engineers from MTA Bridges & Tunnels as session chairs and technical contributors.
  • New York City Partner — Host city for the 11th New York City Bridge Conference.
  • New York City Bridge Conference Partner — Co-hosts the biennial presentation of the Bridge Engineering Association's Achievement Awards.
  • New York City Department of Transportation Partner — Collaborated on structural assessment and installation of WIM sensors on the BQE Expressway.
  • New York Hilton Midtown Government — Host venue for the 11th New York City Bridge Conference.
  • New York Hilton Midtown Government — Venue partner hosting the 2025 New York City Bridge Conference.
  • New York Hilton Midtown Partner — Partner hotel providing discounted accommodations for conference attendees.
  • New York Hilton Midtown Partner — Partnered to provide a discounted room block for conference attendees.
  • New York Hilton Midtown Partner — Venue host for the 2023 New York City Bridge Conference.
  • Rutgers University Partner — Partners with Rutgers University faculty in research presentations on bridge load modeling and monitoring.
  • Stantec Partner — Involved in the role of Independent Engineer for major bridge projects in Canada, presented at conference.
  • University of Edinburgh Network — Faculty member participated in technical sessions related to bridge monitoring and risk analysis.
  • University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Partner — Collaborates with University of Illinois researchers on structural health monitoring and seismic performance studies.
  • WSP Partner — Collaborates with WSP engineers as session chairs and presenters at annual conference.
  • info@bridgeengineer.org Partner — Contact point for registration inquiries related to the annual conference.
  • info@bridgeengineer.org Partner — Email contact point for handling registration inquiries for the 2025 conference
strategies · 3

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Peer Recognition as Innovation Catalyst
    methodology: recognition_of_excellence
    By publicly recognizing individuals who have advanced bridge design or research with tangible impacts, the organization incentivizes high-impact contributions and reinforces professional norms that prioritize innovation and practical advancement in the field.
  • Practice-Oriented Knowledge Dissemination
    methodology: practice-oriented_research_dissemination
    By focusing on practical applications and adoptable techniques in publications and events, the organization increases the relevance and utility of knowledge for practicing bridge engineers, thereby accelerating the adoption of innovations in real-world projects.
  • Technology-Enhanced Bridge Management
    methodology: digital_twin_bridge_management
    By integrating digital twins, AI, drone-based inspection, and data fusion (e.g., WIM and permit data), the organization improves the accuracy, efficiency, and decision-making capacity of bridge management systems, leading to more resilient and data-driven infrastructure stewardship.