Europe bridge of Orleans Urban bridge upon the river Loire realised to reduce
the traffi c congestion on the west side of Orleans,
with 4 traffi c lanes and 2 walkways.
The particularly complex structure is composed of :
- an orthotropic steel deck, supported by an inclined steel arch, through sheathed locked cables,
- 2 concrete tripods on their peak, beared on foundation massifs located in the river,
- 2 concrete deck-abutments extending the main bridge towards the banks.
The steel decking (4 900 tons inclusive arch) is 25 m width and 378 m total length, with a main span of 202 m and two side spans 88 m long.
The deck has been launched on temporary jacks located in the river.
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