Dazi Bridge
The Dazi Bridge is a one-lane suspension bridge in Dagzê, Tibet. At the time of its completion in 1984, it was the longest spanning bridge in China with a main span of 500 m (1,600 ft).[1] The bridge crosses the Lhasa River 30 km (19 mi) east of Lhasa.
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| Coordinates | 29.6794°N 91.3756°E |
| Carries | Single lane road |
| Crosses | Lhasa River |
| Locale | Dagzê County, Lhasa Tibet Autonomous Region |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Suspension bridge |
| Width | 4.5 metres (15 ft) |
| Longest span | 500 metres (1,600 ft) |
| History | |
| Opened | 1984 |
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  Dazi Bridge Location in Tibet | |
Structure
The bridge is a gravity-anchored suspension bridge with deck trussing. It carries one lane of traffic measuring only 4.5 m (15 ft) wide.
References
- "Dazi Bridge". International Database and Gallery of Structures. Retrieved 13 January 2013.
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