Baluarte Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Concordia, Mexico
The Baluarte Bridge extends 1124 meters across the Sierra Madre Occidental mountains, incorporating 76 steel cables and two concrete towers measuring 169 meters in height.
The bridge construction started in 2012 and marked a significant advancement in Mexican infrastructure, connecting the states of Durango and Sinaloa for enhanced regional development.
The bridge name commemorates Mexico's bicentennial independence celebration, reflecting the nation's commitment to progress through substantial infrastructure investments across challenging geographical regions.
The bridge reduces travel time between Durango and Mazatlán from six hours to two and a half hours, facilitating transportation and economic growth between these regions.
Standing at 402 meters above the Baluarte River, the bridge held the world record for the highest cable-stayed bridge from 2012 to 2016.
Location: Concordia
Inception: 2012
Official opening: 2013
Length: 1,124 m
Longest Span: 520 m
Width: 19.8 m
Made from material: prestressed concrete
GPS coordinates: 23.53417,-105.76278
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
This collection presents the tallest bridges on Earth, measured by their clearance height above the ground or water below. Most of these structures are located in China, spanning deep gorges and river valleys across the provinces of Guizhou, Yunnan, Hubei, and Sichuan. The designs employ various construction methods including suspension bridges, cable-stayed bridges, and arch bridges. The collection also features notable high bridges in Mexico, India, and Papua New Guinea. These structures demonstrate how modern engineering overcomes difficult mountainous terrain and creates new transportation links. The bridges serve as critical infrastructure for regions previously separated by natural barriers.
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