Modular expansion joint system

A modular expansion joint system for a gap defined between spaced-apart first and second structural members and extending across said gap to permit pedestrian or vehicular traffic across said gap, the modular expansion joint system comprising:

• a plurality of elongated transversely extending, spaced-apart, load bearing members;
• a plurality of elongated support members having opposite first and second ends extending longitudinally across said gap from said first structural member to said second structural member, wherein said plurality of elongated support members are positioned below said transversely extending, spaced-apart, load bearing members;
• at least one first means for accepting said first end of said at least one longitudinally extending elongated support member;
• at least one second means for accepting said second end of said at least one longitudinally extending elongated support member;
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• at least one non-elastomeric compressive member connected to adjacent elongated transversely extending, spaced-apart, load bearing members for controlling the spacing between said adjacent load bearing members.