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The Construction Of The Mega Bridge That Promises To Be The Largest Urban Bridge In Santa Catarina, Revolutionizing Mobility In Joinville.
Get ready to witness a project so monumental that it will make other bridges seem like mere footbridges! The construction of the mega bridge in Joinville is not just another crossing over the river; it is an engineering feat that promises to transform mobility in the largest city of Santa Catarina.
Considered the largest city in the state, Joinville currently has just over 600,000 inhabitants within its 1,126 km² of territorial extension. Like in any major metropolis, urban mobility issues are evident. The high number of vehicles on the streets and avenues makes traffic challenging, and innovative solutions are needed to improve the quality of life for residents.
Construction Of The Largest Urban Bridge In Santa Catarina
To tackle this challenge, the construction of the largest urban bridge in Santa Catarina has been proposed, with nearly 1 km in length. The mega bridge Joinville will connect the Adhemar Garcia neighborhood, via Alvino Hansen Street, to the Boa Vista neighborhood, through São Leopoldo and São Borja streets, crossing the Cachoeira River.
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With 980 meters in length and 26 meters in width, the bridge will feature sidewalks on both sides, a bike lane, and two double lanes, facilitating the movement of pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. The project promises not only to improve traffic flow but also to connect communities and promote urban development.
Alia Construções S.A
The resources for the construction of the mega bridge came through financing, allowing for an international competition that culminated in the selection of the company Alia Construções S.A. The investment amount is just over R$ 296 million, with an estimated completion time of 24 months.
The bridge will be built using two construction methods. In the access areas, precast pieces will be employed, while the navigable central span over the Cachoeira River will be constructed using successive cantilever methods. This central section will have a clear span of 80 meters in width and about 9 meters in height, ensuring the navigability of the river.
2,000 Tons Of Steel
The numbers of the project are impressive: 2,000 tons of steel will be used, equivalent to approximately 270,000 bars of iron with a diameter of 10 mm. Additionally, 76,000 tons of concrete will be employed, corresponding to more than 31,000 cubic meters or about 4,000 concrete mixer trucks. The foundations will require 3.3 km of excavations and more than 210 tons of metal piles.
Supervision will be the responsibility of the Nova Engevix Azimute consortium, responsible for ensuring that all technical and safety standards are strictly followed.
Project Includes The Requalification Of Access Roads
In addition to the bridge itself, the project includes the requalification of access roads, such as Alvino Hansen Street, São Borja Street, and São Leopoldo Street. This improvement in road infrastructure complements the initiative, expanding the benefits for the population.
The Expectation Is That The Construction Of The Mega Bridge Will Not Only Alleviate Congestion
With the largest urban bridge in Santa Catarina, Joinville takes a significant step towards a future with better urban mobility. The expectation is that the construction of the mega bridge will not only alleviate congestion, but also spur economic and social development in the region, becoming a new landmark of the city.
And you, are you excited to see this grand project come to life? The mega bridge in Joinville will certainly be a milestone in the history of engineering in Santa Catarina and a source of pride for all residents of Joinville.
Santa Catarina, terra maravilhosa, mas com mobilidade urbana horrorosa… Florianópolis, uma capital que tem 2 pontes que entram e saem da ilha pelo mesmo bairro, causando um grande funil, é vergonhoso!!!
24 meses pra construir… Chineses e japoneses tiram sarro disso..!!!
Puxa. Legal. Bom mesmo.
Mas, será que dá pra vir aqui em cima no mapa? Transamazonica precisa de asfalto. Há trechos onde as carretas, essas que trazem de comida a fio eletrico, tem que ser puxada por trator.
A ponte de ilhas no morro dos comventos também precisa de atenção, porque a estrutura está lá jogada, é uma vergonha fazem melhorarias e esquecem de onde precisamos a balsa não funciona na madrugada , vajao isso