Burdekin River Rail Bridge, Railway bridge in Queensland, Australia.
The Burdekin River Rail Bridge spans 1,103 meters across the river between Ayr and Home Hill, connecting northern and southern Queensland.
Construction of the bridge began in 1947 and took a decade to complete due to post-World War II steel shortages and difficult building conditions.
The structure stands as an Engineering Heritage National Landmark, representing a milestone in Australian infrastructure development during the mid-20th century.
The bridge handles approximately 7,000 vehicles daily, with temporary closures occurring for oversized loads due to its narrow design specifications.
The bridge rests on eleven concrete caissons weighing 4,000 tons each, sunk into the river bed instead of traditional rock foundations.
Location: Queensland
GPS coordinates: -20.00640,146.43730
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:33
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