Dahan Bridge, Steel bridge over Dahan River in New Taipei, Taiwan
Dahan Bridge is a steel structure spanning the Dahan River with multiple traffic lanes and dedicated pedestrian pathways on both sides. The bridge connects different parts of New Taipei City and serves as a major transportation corridor for vehicles and foot traffic.
Construction was completed in 1987, marking a major advancement in New Taipei's infrastructure at that time. The bridge made it possible for the first time to connect communities on opposite sides of the river with a direct route.
Residents cross this bridge daily as part of their routine, connecting home and work across the river. It has become woven into the fabric of local life, a place where people naturally gather and observe the waterway below.
The pedestrian walkway is comfortable to cross on foot, particularly during early morning or late afternoon hours when foot traffic is lighter. Many visitors stop briefly to view the river and surrounding landscape from the middle of the structure.
The river beneath the bridge is particularly active during the rainy season, with noticeable changes in water level and flow rate. Observers can witness natural forces at work that reveal the power and movement of the waterway below.
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