Irrawaddy Bridge, Steel arch bridge crossing the Irrawaddy River in Mandalay Region, Myanmar.
The Irrawaddy Bridge is a steel arch structure that carries vehicle traffic and pedestrians across the river in one direction. It features multiple lanes for cars and dedicated paths for people on foot, linking the Mandalay and Amarapura regions.
This bridge replaced the ferry systems that once moved goods and travelers across the river for many years. Its opening in 2008 transformed how people and commerce moved between these two areas.
The bridge connects two communities that have long depended on the river for daily life and trade. Today, it serves as a gathering point where local people pass through on their way to markets, monasteries, and family visits.
The crossing is busiest during daytime hours and can become crowded with traffic during peak times. Walking across is possible but most convenient during early morning or late afternoon when vehicle traffic is lighter.
The bridge uses three distinct arch sections rather than a single continuous arch, an engineering choice made to suit the river conditions. This design approach is less common in similar structures across the region.
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