How did bridge builders of old ensure both ends of the bridge would perfect meet in the middle before laser measuring was around?

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How did bridge builders of old ensure both ends of the bridge would perfect meet in the middle before laser measuring was around?

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They used other measuring techniques. Things like string/rope and anything to measure an angle could be used to draw two parallel lines, then you just stay within those lines.

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