Zárate - Campana, Cable-stayed bridges in Buenos Aires Province, Argentina
The Zárate-Campana is a cable-stayed bridge complex consisting of two parallel structures crossing the Paraná River. The two sections enable water traffic passage and provide continuous roadway above both river branches.
Construction started in 1971 under Italian engineer Fabrizio de Miranda's design and opened for traffic in 1977. The structure was built to address the need for better connections between the northern and southern regions of the province.
The two bridges link industrial regions and bear the names of important historical figures from Argentina's past. They form a vital connection between two provinces with distinct economic characteristics.
The bridge is fully open to road traffic with four lanes and provides clearance below for river vessels. Expect travel time to vary depending on daily traffic conditions when crossing.
This structure was among the first in South America designed to handle both railway and road traffic simultaneously. This dual transport system made it an ambitious engineering project of its era.
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