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Pont-canal du Sart, Navigable aqueduct in La Louvière, Belgium

The Sart Canal Bridge spans 498 meters in length and 46 meters in width, carrying the Canal du Centre over the Thiriau du Sart valley.

Built between 1998 and 2001 during the modernization of the Canal du Centre, this engineering project required an investment of 29 million euros.

The structure represents a milestone in Belgian industrial engineering, connecting multiple economic centers through its water transportation capabilities.

The aqueduct crosses major road intersections of N55 and N535 highways while maintaining uninterrupted navigation for vessels traveling through the Canal du Centre.

The bridge employs post-tensioned concrete technology with 28 circular pillars supporting a structure capable of containing 4.2 meters of water depth.

Location: La Louvière

Longest Span: 498 m

GPS coordinates: 50.49342,4.13738

Latest update: May 27, 2025 17:41

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