Kaitainen Bridge, Road bridge in Taivassalo, Finland
The Kaitainen Bridge is a road structure made of steel and reinforced concrete that spans 477 meters, connecting the islands of Kaitaisten and Lehtisten. It carries Route 192 traffic and forms a continuous link between these separated landmasses in Southwest Finland.
The structure was completed in 1982 and replaced two ferry services that once connected the islands to the mainland. This marked a turning point in how the region's transportation system operated, making travel between the islands faster and more frequent.
The bridge links two islands together and plays a central role in how local residents move between their communities. Travelers crossing it witness the practical importance of this connection for daily life in the region.
The bridge remains open year-round and provides constant access without depending on weather or schedules. It has a clearance height of about 13 meters (44 feet), allowing traffic to pass smoothly through.
The bridge was built with a span of 477 meters, making it a notable engineering achievement for its era. This length allowed the two islands to be connected directly without intermediate supports in the water.
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