Puente Caucau, Bascule bridge in Valdivia, Chile
The Puente Caucau spans 90 meters across the Caucau River with two movable sections of 35 meters each and a control tower reaching 54 meters.
Construction began in 2011 under the Bicentennial Legacy project with a budget of 15.7 billion Chilean pesos, facing numerous technical difficulties until 2024.
The bridge connects the areas of Isla Teja and Las Animas, representing the first bascule bridge structure built in Chile for maritime and road transportation.
The structure includes 2.6 kilometers of new pavement, pedestrian walkways, and a bicycle lane, allowing various modes of transportation between city sections.
Design errors in the lifting mechanisms led to incorrect installation of the bascular panels, resulting in legal proceedings between government entities and construction companies.
Location: Valdivia
GPS coordinates: -39.80070,-73.25200
Latest update: May 27, 2025 08:43
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