Yuribey Bridge

The Yuribey Bridge is a railway crossing over the Yuribey River built to handle the harsh Arctic environment. The structure consists of multiple steel spans designed to support heavy freight trains across the frozen landscape.

Plans for a bridge at this location originated in the 1980s but were delayed for many years due to economic difficulties in Russia. Construction finally began in the early 2000s and eventually opened the railway line to traffic.

The bridge serves as a connection point for the indigenous communities of the Yamal Peninsula while supporting industrial development in the region.

The bridge is located in one of Russia's most remote regions and is not easily accessible to visitors. This is working infrastructure supporting industrial operations, not a public attraction.

The bridge's supports are driven up to 40 meters deep into the permafrost and filled with reinforced concrete inside metal pipes. This engineering approach prevents ground thaw from destabilizing the structure, a constant challenge in the Arctic.

Inception: 2009

Part of: Obskaya–Bovanenkovo Line

GPS coordinates: 68.92333,70.30972

Latest update: December 11, 2025 11:03