Höga Kusten Bridge, Suspension bridge in Ångermanland, Sweden
Höga Kusten Bridge is a suspension bridge crossing the Ångermanälven river in Ångermanland, northern Sweden. The two concrete towers rise from the water and support the roadway on steel cables, while the total length of the structure extends nearly two kilometers.
The crossing opened in December 1997 and marked the moment when the region received a direct link that shortened travel between two municipalities considerably. At the time of completion, it ranked among the longest suspension bridges in the world and shaped the infrastructure of the Swedish coast permanently.
The name refers to the High Coast region, known for its steep slopes and the land rising slowly after the ice age. Locals see the crossing as a link between two communities that previously relied on a longer detour to reach each other.
The roadway runs roughly 40 meters (130 feet) above the water and allows ships to pass underneath freely, while the four lanes carry traffic in both directions. Drivers can cross at the permitted speed under normal weather conditions, but should pay extra attention during windy periods.
The construction uses concrete for the towers, a choice that is rather rare for large suspension bridges of this span. The material came mostly from Swedish sources, which brought local industry into the project.
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