Dazi Bridge

Dazi Bridge
Coordinates29°40′46″N 91°22′32″E / 29.6794°N 91.3756°E / 29.6794; 91.3756
CarriesSingle lane road
CrossesLhasa River
LocaleDagzê County, Lhasa Tibet Autonomous Region
Characteristics
DesignSuspension bridge
Width4.5 metres (15 ft)
Longest span500 metres (1,600 ft)
History
Opened1984
Location
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The Dazi Bridge is a one-lane suspension bridge in Dagzê, Tibet. At the time of its completion in 1984, it was the longest spanning bridge in China with a main span of 500 m (1,600 ft).[1] The bridge crosses the Lhasa River 30 km (19 mi) east of Lhasa.

Structure

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The bridge is a gravity-anchored suspension bridge with deck trussing. It carries one lane of traffic measuring only 4.5 m (15 ft) wide.

See also

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References

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  1. ^ "Dazi Bridge". International Database and Gallery of Structures. Retrieved 13 January 2013.
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