Sakitama Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Toda, Japan
Sakitama Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge that crosses the Arakawa and Shingashi Rivers, spanning approximately 1.5 kilometers between Toda and Wako. It was built with a single pylon structure and carries multiple lanes of traffic across its wide deck.
The bridge opened in 1992 and created an important connection between Toda and Wako in Saitama Prefecture. It was built as part of the region's modern transportation development near Tokyo.
The bridge carries both Japan National Route 298 and the Tokyo Gaikan Expressway, representing modern Japanese transportation infrastructure development.
The bridge accommodates vehicle traffic and serves as a major route connecting the northern districts near Tokyo. Its wide roadway allows smooth movement between different traffic lanes.
The bridge features a single pylon design and spans 190 meters at its longest section, demonstrating advanced engineering techniques in Japanese bridge construction.
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