Macapagal Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Butuan, Philippines.
The Macapagal Bridge is a steel cable-stayed bridge in Butuan that crosses the Agusan River with a main span of 360 meters. It features two vehicle lanes and pedestrian walkways, with the entire structure measuring approximately 908 meters in length.
The structure was originally called the Second Magsaysay Bridge during its construction and received its current name from President Diosdado Macapagal when it opened in 2007. This naming marked the completion of an important infrastructure project for the region.
The bridge connects two parts of Butuan and handles the everyday flow of people and vehicles crossing the Agusan River. Locals use it as their main route when moving between neighborhoods on either side of the waterway.
The bridge is open to both pedestrians and drivers, providing a direct crossing over the river between both sides of Butuan. It is well-marked and can be traversed on foot or by vehicle, making it an accessible transit point.
The bridge ranks among the longest cable-stayed structures in the Philippines and was a major undertaking for Butuan. Many visitors overlook how the cable design creates different visual effects from various angles, particularly at sunrise and sunset.
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