Table 1 Simulated Scenarios for Bridge and Port Closures

From: Rethinking infrastructure design from component failure to systemic resilience

Scenario

Description

11-Week Bridge Closure

Temporary bridge closure; quick replacement to allow traffic flow.

11-Week Port Closure

Port closed, disrupting shipping and transport for 11 weeks.

4-Year Bridge Closure

An extended bridge closure with no immediate alternative, causing prolonged disruption.

11-Week Bridge and Port Closure

Simultaneous 11-week closure of both bridge and port, testing resilience to dual disruption.

4-Year Bridge and 11-Week Port Closure

Extended bridge closure with port closed for 11 weeks, testing compounding effects over time.