Fifth Bridge, Road bridge in Mosul, Iraq.
The Fifth Bridge is a road bridge spanning the Tigris River in Mosul, connecting the city's eastern and western districts. The structure accommodates both vehicle and pedestrian traffic across the waterway.
The bridge was built during the 1980s as a major transportation link for the city. It was destroyed in November 2016 during military operations and has since become part of reconstruction efforts.
The bridge served as a key route for daily life in the city, connecting neighborhoods and allowing residents to move freely between both riverbanks. It shaped how the community traveled and where people chose to live and work.
The bridge serves as the main crossing point for vehicles and pedestrians over the Tigris River for daily movement. Check current conditions before using this route, as infrastructure in the area continues to develop.
The bridge was a critical infrastructure target during the 2016 conflict and its reconstruction has become a symbol of the city's recovery efforts. Local communities view its restoration as an important step toward rebuilding normalcy in their daily lives.
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