Rạch Miễu Bridge, Cable-stayed bridge in Ben Tre, Vietnam
Rạch Miễu Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge over the Tiền River in Bến Tre Province, extending 2868 meters in length with a roadway width of 15 meters. The central span between the two main pylons measures 270 meters and allows free passage for river traffic.
Construction began in April 2002 and ended with the inauguration on January 19, 2009, creating the first continuous road link between Tiền Giang and Bến Tre provinces. Before this, travelers and freight had to rely on ferries, which involved waiting times and delays.
The bridge takes its name from a natural waterway in the river delta and now links villages that were once reachable only by boat. Traders and commuters cross it daily while fishermen cast their nets in the waters below.
The bridge sits on National Highway 60 and remains open to all vehicle types around the clock, though strong winds can occasionally make crossing challenging for motorcycles. Sidewalks are not present, so pedestrians and cyclists should proceed with care along the outer roadway edge.
The clearance of 37.5 meters above the water allows larger cargo vessels to pass underneath without affecting road traffic on the deck above. The two main pylons rise high above the flat delta landscape and serve as a navigational landmark for boat pilots.
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