Puente Bolognesi, Road bridge in Piura, Peru.
Puente Bolognesi is a cable-stayed bridge crossing the Piura River and connecting the districts of Piura and Castilla. The structure features four vehicle lanes and two pedestrian walkways for daily use.
The original bridge from 1967 was destroyed during the 1997-1998 El Niño floods. Reconstruction took place between 2000 and 2001 with structural improvements.
A memorial at the bridge entrance honors those who died in the 1998 collapse. It serves as a place of remembrance for the city.
The bridge is easily walkable during the day and serves thousands of daily commuters. The wide pedestrian paths are well-maintained and comfortable for crossing.
The 2001 replacement is a cable-stayed arch bridge with a 130-metre span and no piers inside the river; its deck rests on four caissons sunk more than 20 metres into the Zapayal formation. The old bridge had three piers and 32-metre spans.
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