榎木橋, Railway bridge in Yodogawa-ku and Suita, Japan
Enoki Bridge is a railway viaduct spanning the Yodo River and connecting Yodogawa-ku and Suita in the Osaka region. The structure carries two railway lines across multiple steel-truss spans that support the tracks overhead.
The bridge was built in 1925 by the Railway Ministry and became essential for developing freight transport across the Osaka region. Its construction marked a milestone in early 20th century railway infrastructure.
The bridge represents Japanese engineering excellence, featuring 18 spans and incorporating traditional construction methods from the early 20th century.
The bridge can be viewed from the riverbanks and offers a clear look at its iron structure and the river traffic below. Pedestrians cannot cross it, but visitors can observe the construction from the nearby walking paths along the water.
Military considerations influenced the bridge design during planning, affecting its final construction approach. These strategic constraints led to engineering solutions that served both transportation and defense purposes.
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