Åstfjordbrua, Steel box girder bridge in Orkland Municipality, Norway
Åstfjordbrua is a steel box girder bridge in Orkland Municipality that crosses the Åstfjorden strait with a total length of 735 meters. Its longest span measures 82 meters, and the structure rises 47 meters above the road surface.
The bridge was completed in 2020 and serves as a major connection across the strait for county road 714. Its construction took 32 months and improved regional transportation links in the area.
The bridge design incorporates elements that reflect Norwegian engineering standards while connecting communities across the Åstfjorden waterway.
Cars and pedestrians use the bridge regularly for crossing, with lane widths ranging from 9.6 to 11 meters. The crossing is straightforward for regular traffic and the structure is designed for daily use.
The bridge was built through 30 separate concrete pour sections, each up to 25 meters long, completed at a rate of six pours per month. This methodical approach allowed the large structure to be finished efficiently.
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