Zacatal Bridge

The Zacatal Bridge is a highway bridge in Ciudad del Carmen that spans over 3,800 meters of water. It connects the Atasta Peninsula to Carmen Island via Federal Highway 180 and provides two lanes for vehicle traffic crossing the gap.

The bridge was completed in 1994 and represented a major turning point for transportation in the Yucatan Peninsula region. Its opening for the first time created a direct road link between two coastal areas that had previously been connected only by water routes.

The bridge connects two communities that were once separated by water, reshaping how local people travel and trade between island and mainland. Today it forms part of daily routines for fishermen, merchants, and residents crossing between Carmen Island and the peninsula.

The bridge is passable for all types of vehicles and provides a clear route across the lagoon. Travelers should expect standard driving conditions and can take in views of the surrounding waters while crossing.

The construction used prefabricated concrete sections and modern post-tensioned techniques, making it an ambitious engineering feat for the coastal region. This approach allowed builders to create a stable crossing over shifting water conditions.

Official opening: November 24, 1994

Length: 3,861 m

GPS coordinates: 18.62100,-91.84100

Latest update: December 8, 2025 13:41