Data-driven assessment of Apulian road network resilience: Bridge unavailability and inner municipality isolation impact.

ABSTRACT: Road networks are crucial for the movement of resources, passenger transportation, and supply chains. In seismically active areas like Italy, earthquakes can compromise road infrastructure, leading to structural failures and connectivity disruptions. Bridges, vital for travel and emergency response, are especially vulnerable to these extreme events, making their maintenance and recovery crucial for preserving transport efficiency. This study examines the resilience of the Apulian road network against bridge failures by assessing seismic hazards, the structural vulnerability of each bridge to seismic actions, and the systemic consequences of its disruption. A bridge criticality score is defined to support data-driven decision-making for bridge maintenance and recovery. This novel quantitati

SUBMITTER: Kheirkhahan N 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12513624 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature