Rževi raudteesild, Railway bridge in Rzhev, Russia
Rževi raudteesild is a railway bridge that crosses the Volga River using steel truss construction to carry freight and passenger trains. The structure spans the river in a single section and connects the communities of Rzhev on either bank.
Built in the early 2000s, the bridge replaced older crossing points along the Volga. This structure marked a major infrastructure improvement for regional transportation and goods movement.
The bridge functions as a vital transportation artery connecting communities on both sides of the Volga, supporting regional trade and social connections.
Traffic flows over the bridge year-round as the structure is designed to handle various weather conditions. Visitors can view it from the riverbanks or surrounding areas, with the best views available during daylight hours.
The bridge incorporates specific engineering solutions to handle temperature variations between -40°C and +40°C while maintaining structural integrity.
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