Record-Breaking Marvel: Chongqing Shuangbao Grand Bridge's 2 × 405 m Double Span Arch #bridge
Details
| Title | Record-Breaking Marvel: Chongqing Shuangbao Grand Bridge's 2 × 405 m Double Span Arch #bridge |
| Author | KSSE Structural Engineers |
| Duration | 0:19 |
| File Format | MP3 / MP4 |
| Original URL | https://youtube.com/watch?v=CKlm7dWdDgg |
Description
The bridge is located in Chongqing Municipality, China.
It is a cable-stayed bridge with a total length of 1,418 meters.
The two main spans are each 405 meters long, making them the longest double-span arch bridges in the world.
The bridge was completed in 2019 and is used to carry the Chongqing-Changsha Expressway.
The bridge is a popular tourist destination and offers stunning views of the surrounding area.
Here are some additional facts about the bridge:
The bridge is designed to withstand winds of up to 200 kilometers per hour and earthquakes of up to 8 on the Richter scale.
The bridge's arches are made of steel and concrete and are supported by a system of cables.
The bridge's deck is 28 meters wide and can accommodate four lanes of traffic.
The bridge is illuminated at night, which makes it a beautiful sight to see.
