A convoy of 14 trucks, each with a load capacity of 30-35 tons, was assembled to conduct this load test. In the photo: The convoy lines up, ready to move towards Thi Nai Bridge. Photo: Truong Dinh
As observed by the Tien Phong correspondent, to ensure the safety of all vehicles, authorities temporarily restricted traffic on the Thi Nai Bridge. Photo: Truong Dinh
The convoy moves towards the Thi Nai Bridge. Photo: Truong Dinh
The various forces involved provided guidance, direction, and supervision via walkie-talkies. Photo: Truong Dinh
Technical staff provide instructions to the drivers. Photo: Truong Dinh
Each load test cycle lasted approximately 15-25 minutes, during which time all traffic was halted on the bridge. After each cycle, vehicles were allowed to pass to prevent congestion, and then the next cycle would commence. Photo: Truong Dinh
The convoy lines up for the load test on the bridge. Photo: Truong Dinh
The load test was conducted to assess the load-bearing capacity of the bridge’s structural components following repairs and reinforcement work. Photo: Truong Dinh
Earlier this year, Binh Dinh Province approved a project to repair cracks and damage to the concrete abutments, piers, beams, and road surface at the head of the bridge. The project, with a total investment of over VND 29.6 billion, also included work on the bridge’s drainage system and traffic safety features. The provincial Department of Transport is the investor. Photo: Truong Dinh
The Thi Nai Bridge, which connects Quy Nhon City with the Nhon Hoi Economic Zone, is over 2.4 km long and comprises 54 spans. Upon its inauguration in 2006, it became Vietnam’s longest sea-crossing bridge at the time. In 2017, the Tan Vu – Lach Huyen Bridge in Hai Phong City, spanning over 5.4 km, took the title. Photo: Truong Dinh
According to the plan, the vehicle arrangement for the load test was scheduled to begin at 8 am and continue until 10 pm on December 15th. Photo: Truong Dinh
After each cycle, traffic will be allowed to pass to ease congestion, and then the next cycle will begin. Photo: Truong Dinh
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Watch the convoy of 14 heavy-load trucks conduct a load test on one of Vietnam’s leading sea-crossing bridges. Video: Truong Dinh |
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