Neak Loeung Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Neak Loeung, Cambodia.
The cable-stayed bridge spans the Mekong River for about 2200 meters with a central section stretching 320 meters across the water. Two large towers rise approximately 130 meters above the river, allowing roughly 37 meters of clearance for river traffic below.
Construction began in early 2011 and the crossing opened to traffic in 2015, replacing the ferry system that had served the route for decades. This completion marked the arrival of the country's first cable-stayed bridge and transformed how people and goods moved across the Mekong in this region.
The bridge appears on Cambodia's 500 riel banknote and represents the country's modern infrastructure development for local people. This placement shows how the crossing has become part of the nation's identity and progress.
The bridge connects Highway 1 between Phnom Penh and Ho Chi Minh City, allowing direct passage without the delays that ferry crossings once required. The route is clearly marked and straightforward for regular vehicles with standard access.
This was Cambodia's first cable-stayed bridge, introducing a new engineering technique to the country. Travelers crossing it can see the distinctive tall towers that make this structure stand out compared to other road crossings in the region.
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