Wanzhou Yangtze River Bridge

The Wanzhou Yangtze River Bridge spans 856 meters across the Yangtze River with a main arch span of 420 meters, constructed entirely from reinforced concrete and featuring a tubular arch truss framework.

Completed and officially opened in 1997, this bridge was recognized as the longest concrete arch bridge in the world at the time of its construction, representing a major achievement in Chinese engineering.

The bridge serves as a symbol of progress and modernization in Wanzhou district, connecting communities and facilitating economic development across the Yangtze River in the Chongqing region.

The bridge carries China National Highway 318 and provides direct road access for vehicles and pedestrians, with a postal code of 404160 and clearance approximately 133 meters above the ancient river level.

The bridge features a tubular arch frame filled with concrete embedded into the main structure, a design innovation that addressed engineering challenges posed by the river depth and long span requirements.

Location: Wanzhou

Inception: 1997

Official opening: 1997

Length: 856 m

Longest Span: 420 m

Made from material: concrete

Part of: Yangtze

Address: China, Chong Qing Shi, Wan Zhou Qu, 渝宜高速QC4F+WMG 邮政编码: 404160 404160

GPS coordinates: 30.75700,108.42300

Latest update: November 24, 2025 21:31