All West Virginia students in grades 6-12 (public, private, or homeschool) are eligible to enter the contest! Register, download the Bridge Design software, and design a bridge that passes the simulated load test. The goal is for your bridge to be as inexpensive as possible.
The top individuals/teams will advance to the Finals, which includes both a software design & Balsa Wood building contest!
ALL Finalists will be awarded prizes! Win even more by placing 1st, 2nd, or 3rd in both categories! Finalists will win between $100 and $500*
(*depending on participation)
To view Contest Photos, Videos, Rules, Leaderboards, and Updates from previous years, please Click Here to view our Archive.
If you have any questions about the WVBDB Contest please contact dotwvbdb@wv.gov.