Rungonsalmi Bridge, Road beam bridge in Sauvo, Finland.
Rungonsalmi Bridge is a beam bridge in Sauvo, Finland, connecting the municipalities of Sauvo and Kimitoön across a water passage. The structure uses horizontal beams supported by pillars at each end to span the waterway.
Built in 1972, this structure marked a turning point in regional infrastructure development. Its completion improved connectivity between the southern communities of Finland.
The bridge forms part of Regional Road 181, reflecting Finland's commitment to maintaining transportation networks that unite different municipalities across waterways.
The bridge sits on Regional Road 181 and is designed for vehicle traffic between the two municipalities. Visitors should expect normal road conditions and use the passage while driving.
The structure demonstrates the engineering principles of beam bridges, utilizing steel materials to support loads through a bending mechanism across the water passage.
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