Thotsamarachan Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Bang Phongphang, Bangkok, Thailand.
The Thotsamarachan Bridge is a cable-stayed steel structure spanning 780 meters across Bangkok, with a main span of roughly 450 meters held at a height of 87 meters above the ground. Steel cables radiate from tall towers to support the roadway and allow vehicles to cross this considerable distance.
The bridge opened on January 16, 2020, adding a modern transportation link to Bangkok's growing infrastructure network. Its construction marked an effort to improve traffic flow and connections between different parts of the city.
The bridge serves as a daily passage for thousands of commuters moving between neighborhoods, becoming part of the routine rhythm of Bangkok life. Local residents use it as a key reference point when navigating the city.
The bridge measures 42 meters in width and carries traffic between Bang Phongphang, Yan Nawa, and Rat Burana districts. It serves as a main transportation route for regular commuters moving through these areas of the city.
The bridge uses an expansive network of steel cables radiating from tall towers that keep the entire structure in balance. This design choice allows such long spans to be crossed without needing support columns underneath.
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