DH Steyn Bridge, Free State, South Africa
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S 30° 31.881 E 026° 01.396
35J E 406300 N 6621928
The longest bridge in South Africa.
Waymark Code: WMP24Q
Location: Free State, South Africa
Date Posted: 06/14/2015
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The bridge also known as the Hennie Steyn Bridge is the longest bridge in South Africa. It spans the Gariep River connecting the Free State and the Eastern Cape provinces.
Length of bridge: 1152 meter
Height of bridge: 51.5 meter
What type of traffic does this bridge support?: Combined road and rail.
What kind of gap does this bridge cross?:
River
Date constructed: March 1879
Is the bridge still in service for its original purpose?: Yes
Name of road or trail the bridge services: R390
Location:
Bethulie
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