Sharavati Bridge, Railway bridge in Honnavar, India
Sharavati Bridge is a railway bridge that crosses the river in Honnavar, connecting the Konkan Railway line with multiple concrete spans. The structure uses large bored pile foundations to support the weight of passing trains and handle seasonal water flow variations.
Built in 1994, this bridge became a crucial link in the Konkan Railway system. It opened access to remote areas of Karnataka that previously had limited transportation connections.
The bridge serves as a key transport link that opened up the region for trade and travel, changing how people and goods move between isolated communities.
The bridge is best viewed from nearby roads and pathways that run alongside the river. Early morning or late afternoon light offers better photography conditions than midday sun.
This bridge is the longest of its kind on the entire Konkan Railway line and was considered an engineering achievement of its era. Its construction faced significant challenges due to the river's seasonal variations and strong currents.
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