Ponte Presidente Dutra, Road bridge between Juazeiro and Petrolina, Brazil.
The Presidente Dutra Bridge spans 801 meters across the São Francisco River, connecting the municipalities of Juazeiro in Bahia and Petrolina in Pernambuco.
Built in the 1950s, this structure was the second prestressed concrete bridge in Brazil, designed by French engineer Eugéne Freyssinet with structural calculations performed in France.
The bridge functions as a physical link between the states of Bahia and Pernambuco, facilitating the exchange of goods and traditions in Brazil's largest semi-arid urban center.
The structure accommodates approximately 40,000 vehicles daily, providing continuous access between the two cities and serving as a major transportation artery for the region.
The bridge incorporated a central section that could be raised to allow passage of river vessels, including the cargo ship Fernandes da Cunha, during its early operations.
Location: Juazeiro
Location: Petrolina
GPS coordinates: -9.40520,-40.50430
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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