Lungi Bridge, Road bridge project across Sierra Leone River estuary, Sierra Leone
Description
Lungi Bridge is a road bridge project spanning the Sierra Leone River estuary with four traffic lanes and space reserved for a future railway line. The structure stretches approximately 7.6 kilometers and will create a direct connection between Freetown and Lungi.
History
Sierra Leone's government signed a contract in 2023 with a major construction company to build this infrastructure. The project represents a significant modernization effort in the nation's transport connections.
Culture
The bridge project represents Sierra Leone's commitment to modernize transportation infrastructure and marks a shift from traditional water-based transit methods.
Practical
The bridge will reduce travel time between Freetown and Lungi International Airport from three hours to around ten minutes by providing a direct route. Visitors should note that the project is still under construction and should check current development timelines.
Did you know?
The project includes plans for a new airport terminal and port development zones in the surrounding area. These integrated additions are designed to transform the region into a major economic hub for the country.
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