Nieuwe IJsselbrug, bridge in Netherlands
The Nieuwe IJsselbrug is a concrete bridge crossing the IJssel river in Zwolle, measuring approximately 675 meters in length with a clearance of over 13 feet (4 meters) above the water. It is built as a box girder structure, meaning the roadway runs within a tubular construction that provides strength and a straight, continuous line.
Construction of the bridge began in 1968 and it opened officially in September 1970, connecting the northern and southern parts of Zwolle. It replaced an older crossing and was part of the city's broader expansion and infrastructure development during the mid-20th century.
The bridge is also known locally as Katerveerbrug, reflecting the history of the neighborhoods it connects. This name shows how communities have linked different parts of the city together over generations.
The bridge allows both vehicles and pedestrians and cyclists to cross the IJssel, serving as a key connection for daily traffic flow between different parts of the region. The area surrounding it is relatively open, offering views of the river and the landscape beyond.
The bridge is part of a larger highway junction where multiple motorways including the A28, A50, and N50 converge and handle over 122,000 vehicles daily as of 2015. The adjacent highway was expanded from two to four lanes during that period to accommodate increasing traffic demand.
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