X-Bridge, Railway bridge in Le Mans, France
The reinforced concrete bridge spans across the Sarthe River, featuring two intersecting tramway lines designed by engineer Louis Harel de la Noë.
Constructed in 1898, this bridge represented an early example of reinforced concrete implementation in French railway infrastructure during the Industrial Revolution period.
The bridge design reflected the engineering achievements of the late nineteenth century, when French infrastructure underwent substantial modernization to accommodate growing transportation needs.
The structure served as a critical connection point for the local railway network until 1944, facilitating transportation between different sections of Le Mans.
German forces destroyed the bridge during their retreat in 1944, with one of its original support piers rediscovered during excavations in 2001.
Location: Le Mans
Inception: 1898
Architects: Louis Harel de la Noë
Made from material: reinforced concrete
GPS coordinates: 48.00960,0.19461
Latest update: March 10, 2025 20:19
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