Burdekin Bridge, Steel truss bridge in Ayr, Australia
The Burdekin Bridge stretches 1,103 meters across the Burdekin River, connecting the towns of Ayr and Home Hill along the Bruce Highway in Queensland.
Construction began in April 1947 and faced material shortages after World War II, leading to a decade-long building period before completion in March 1957.
The bridge received designation as a National Engineering Heritage Landmark in 2010, marking its contribution to Australian transportation infrastructure development.
The structure includes 10 main spans and 22 approach spans, supported by 11 concrete caissons sunk deep into the river bed for stability.
The Burdekin Bridge stands as the only bridge in Australia built on sand foundations instead of solid rock, utilizing innovative engineering solutions.
Location: Queensland
Inception: 1957
Official opening: June 15, 1957
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: -19.64000,147.39444
Latest update: March 11, 2025 06:46
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