Laviolette Bridge, Steel road bridge in Trois-Rivières, Canada
The Laviolette Bridge is a steel through arch bridge spanning the Saint Lawrence River and connecting Trois-Rivières with Bécancour. The structure uses a continuous arched design that stretches over 2.7 kilometers and creates a distinctive profile across the waterway.
Construction began in 1964 in response to long-standing demands for a crossing that dated back to the late 1800s. The bridge opened in 1967, establishing a major link between the two riverbanks in the region.
Named after Sieur de Laviolette, the founder of Trois-Rivières, the bridge stands as a symbol of regional development between Montreal and Quebec City.
The bridge carries regular vehicle traffic daily and is accessible year-round for drivers crossing between the two communities. For pedestrians, viewing the structure from nearby riverside areas or overlooks provides the best perspectives of its arched form.
A construction accident in 1965 claimed the lives of workers and remains part of the bridge's history. The incident reflects the hazards that accompanied major infrastructure projects during that era.
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