Puente Francisco del Rosario Sanchez

The Francisco del Rosario Sanchez Bridge is a reinforced concrete road bridge that crosses the Ozama River in Santo Domingo, linking San Vicente de Paul and Padre Castellanos avenues. It features a multi-span design built to handle heavy daily traffic as a major connector in the metropolitan area.

The bridge was inaugurated in 1974 under President Joaquin Balaguer as part of his infrastructure development program for Santo Domingo. It was built during a period of urban expansion when the city needed better road connections across the Ozama River.

The bridge bears the name of Francisco del Rosario Sanchez, a key leader in the Dominican independence movement during the 1800s. His name serves as a daily reminder to locals of their country's struggle for self-determination.

The bridge is freely accessible at all times and experiences heavy congestion during rush hours, so crossing on foot is not advisable during peak traffic times. The structure remains open to vehicular traffic throughout the day without restrictions.

The bridge crosses the Ozama River at a section where the waterway widens significantly within the city limits. Its downstream position from the Juan Bosch Bridge makes it a key route for residents navigating between different neighborhoods.

GPS coordinates: 18.50777,-69.87848

Latest update: December 13, 2025 12:22