Hangzhou Bay Bridge

The Hangzhou Bay Bridge extends 36 kilometers across the sea, connecting Jiaxing city in the north to Ningbo city in the south through six traffic lanes.

Construction of the bridge began in June 2003 with a groundbreaking ceremony, followed by completion of the main structure in 2007 and official opening in May 2008.

The bridge represents a significant engineering achievement for Zhejiang Province, built entirely with local government and private enterprise funding without national investment support.

The bridge accommodates vessels up to 35,000 tons through its northern channel and features a service area with observation platforms for travelers crossing the bay.

Located in one of the world's three strongest tidal bays, the bridge withstands complex water flows and required specialized construction techniques for its deep-water foundation system.

Location: Zhejiang

Inception: May 1, 2008

Official opening: May 1, 2008

Length: 35,673 m

Longest Span: 448 m

Made from material: cement, steel

GPS coordinates: 30.45000,121.13333

Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45