The city has requested the Hanoi Department of Transport and the Management Board of Traffic Works Construction Projects to urgently complete the investment preparation in the fourth quarter of 2024.
Currently, there are seven bridges crossing the Red River from the inner districts of Hanoi, including Thang Long, Nhat Tan, Long Bien, Chuong Duong, Vinh Tuy (phase 1 and 2), and Thanh Tri.
Upon inspection, Hanoi authorities found that two out of the seven bridges, Long Bien and Chuong Duong, are classified as weak. During the recent flood caused by Storm No. 3, the Long Bien Bridge had to be closed to all pedestrians and vehicles for several days, while the Chuong Duong Bridge prohibited trucks over 0.5 tons and passenger cars.
Spiral cable-stayed rendering of the upcoming Tu Lien Bridge. Photo: Trong Dang
Regarding the deterioration of the Chuong Duong Bridge, Mr. Tran Huu Bao, Deputy Director of the Hanoi Department of Transport, stated that the bridge, which has been in use for 40 years, is showing signs of aging with potholes and peeling concrete on the deck, damaged and exposed steel reinforcement, and rust in multiple locations.
According to the leadership of the Hanoi Department of Transport, out of the 500 bridges under their management, 40 bridges were flooded and deemed unsafe due to the impact of Storm No. 3.
Concerning the 40 flooded and deteriorated bridges, the Hanoi Department of Transport plans to conduct a thorough assessment of their condition and safety once the waters recede. After the evaluation, the department will announce whether these bridges can be safely operated or not.
As per the approved master plan by the Prime Minister, in addition to the existing seven bridges, there will be two more bridges crossing the Red River in the inner-city area of Hanoi: Tran Hung Dao and Tu Lien. Despite being in the works for several years, these two projects have not yet commenced construction.
The leadership of the Hanoi Department of Transport shared that the Tu Lien Bridge and the road connecting it to the Hanoi-Thai Nguyen Expressway are among the key infrastructure projects for the period of 2021-2025, with a total investment of over VND 19,000 billion. The bridge will feature a cable-stayed design with a spiral configuration, creating large spans with a lightweight steel frame. The unique shaping of the two main bridge towers is expected to become a new symbol of Hanoi.
When asked about the possibility of allocating sufficient capital to ensure the timely commencement and progress of the project, a representative from the Hanoi Department of Planning and Investment replied that, in addition to the bridge, approximately 5 kilometers of access roads need to be constructed to connect to the Hanoi-Thai Nguyen Expressway, making the projected investment of over VND 19,000 billion quite substantial.
Consequently, the Department of Planning and Investment, along with relevant departments, has advised the city to attract investment through the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model. Once completed, the Tu Lien Bridge will provide a vital connection between the districts of Hoan Kiem, Ba Dinh, and Tay Ho with administrative locations north of the Red River, such as Long Bien, Gia Lam, and Dong Anh.
Regarding the Chuong Duong Bridge, the Hanoi Department of Transport has established a repair project, which has been approved by the Hanoi People’s Committee. The department is currently organizing a bidding process to select a design consulting unit to implement the project during the 2025-2026 period.
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