Alversund Bridge, Suspension bridge in Alversund, Norway
Alversund Bridge is a steel suspension structure spanning 198 meters across the Alverstraumen strait, connecting the island of Radøy to mainland western Norway. The bridge rises approximately 27 meters above sea level, allowing maritime vessels to pass underneath while supporting road traffic on route Fv565.
The structure opened in June 1958 and represented the first regional partnership among municipalities in Nordhordland for toll-based infrastructure financing. This collaborative approach set a new precedent for how local communities could jointly fund major construction projects across the region.
The bridge created permanent links between communities, replacing traditional water transportation that people had relied on for centuries. It changed daily life by eliminating the need for time-consuming boat journeys to reach the mainland.
Passage underneath the bridge depends on tidal conditions and water levels, which means available clearance varies throughout the day. Visitors interested in crossing or photographing the structure should check weather conditions typical of western Norway, as these affect visibility and safe access.
Long after construction costs were settled in 1968, toll revenues continued to be collected and directed toward funding the future Nordhordland Bridge. This approach of channeling money from one project to finance another regional infrastructure work was uncommon at the time.
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