Götaälvbron
Götaälvbron (Göta älv Bridge) was a bascule bridge in central Gothenburg, Sweden, carrying normal road vehicles and trams. The bridge was constructed in 1937 to 1939 and in 1966 it was widened. It was closed for decommissioning in June 2021. Constructed of steel beam, the bridge had a total length of 927 m (3,041 ft) and width of 20 m (66 ft). The mid span had a free height of 19.5 m (64 ft).
Götaälvbron | |
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| Coordinates | 57°42′52.3″N 11°58′1.0″E |
| Crosses | Göta älv |
| Locale | Gothenburg, Sweden |
| Followed by | Hisingsbron |
| Characteristics | |
| Design | Bascule bridge |
| Total length | 927 m (3,041 ft) |
| Width | 20 m (66 ft) |
| Height | 19.5 m (64 ft) |
| History | |
| Construction start | 1937 |
| Construction end | 1939, 1966 |
| Opened | 26 November 1939 |
| Closed | 2021 |
| Location | |
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