Yeongdong Bridge, Road bridge in Gangnam District, Seoul, South Korea.
Yeongdong Bridge is a two-level road bridge that spans across the Han River, connecting Gwangjin District to the north with Gangnam District to the south. The steel structure was designed to handle high volumes of traffic flowing between these two major areas.
The bridge opened in 1973 and represented a significant step forward in Seoul's infrastructure, helping to manage the growing transportation needs of the rapidly expanding city. It made a direct connection possible between two districts that were developing quickly on opposite sides of the river.
The bridge stands as a testament to South Korea's rapid industrial development period, representing the transformation of Seoul into a modern urban center.
The bridge functions as a main traffic route between the northern and southern districts and can become very congested during rush hours. Pedestrians and cyclists should use the designated pathways and expect significant delays during morning and evening commute times.
The structure uses an unusual two-level design where separate roadways on the top and bottom carry traffic in opposite directions. This solution doubled the transport capacity without needing to build additional crossings over the river.
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