Dazi Bridge, Suspension bridge in Dagzê, Tibet, China
Dazi Bridge is a suspension bridge that spans the Lhasa River and links the two banks for vehicle traffic. The structure uses steel cables anchored to towers and a deck supported by truss work to safely carry cars and trucks across.
The bridge opened in 1984 and was among the longest span structures in China at that time. Its completion represented an important step forward in connecting the region's isolated communities by road.
The bridge carries names in multiple languages used by the communities on both sides of the river. Walking across it, you experience a structure that serves as a meeting point between different linguistic and cultural traditions of the region.
Access to the bridge is best by vehicle since it serves as a road crossing for cars and trucks. Visitors should keep in mind that the region sits at high altitude and weather can change quickly.
The bridge was engineered with a gravity-anchored system that takes advantage of the surrounding rock formations to maintain stability. One end relies on natural cliff supports rather than relying solely on traditional tower foundations.
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