Taleyfac Spanish Bridge, Stone arch bridge in Hågat, Guam.
The Taleyfac Spanish Bridge is a stone arch bridge located in the village of Hågat on Guam. Two carefully crafted arches carry the bridge span across the Taleyfac River, displaying the skilled stonework of its colonial-era builders.
The bridge was built between 1866 and 1898 during Spanish colonial rule as part of a broader infrastructure development program on the island. It represents Spain's modernization efforts in its distant colonial territories.
The structure demonstrates the de silleria construction method, which involves large cut-stone walls assembled without plaster covering.
The bridge is located near Guam Highway 2 and remains accessible to visitors who want to explore Spanish colonial architecture. Plan to visit during the drier months if possible, as the tropical climate can bring sudden weather changes.
One of the arches shows natural erosion patterns that reveal how 19th-century stone workers shaped their materials. These visible marks allow visitors to see the original construction techniques firsthand.
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