Sheikh Zayed Bridge, Arch road bridge in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates.
The Sheikh Zayed Bridge extends 842 meters across the Maqta Channel, featuring steel arches and cantilevered road decks that form wave-like patterns.
Construction of the bridge started in 1997 under Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed Al Nahyan's direction and reached completion with its official inauguration in November 2010.
The bridge carries the name of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan, reflecting the connection between modern infrastructure and national leadership in the Emirates.
The structure spans 61 meters in width to accommodate an eight-lane highway system that manages approximately 1,600 vehicles per hour.
Architect Zaha Hadid incorporated asymmetrical steel arches and dynamic lighting systems that transform the bridge's appearance from day to night.
Location: Abu Dhabi
Inception: November 25, 2010
Architects: Zaha Hadid
Official opening: November 28, 2010
Height: 16 m
Length: 842 m
Longest Span: 140 m
Made from material: prestressed concrete
GPS coordinates: 24.42417,54.48583
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
Dame Zaha Hadid created buildings with curved forms and futuristic design. The structures include cultural centers, transport hubs, and corporate headquarters. From Baku to Miami, her concrete, glass, and metal constructions set new standards in modern architecture.
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