Davao–Samal Bridge
The Davao–Samal Bridge is a proposed bridge that will cross Pakiputan Strait to connect Davao City and Samal. On January 14, 2021, the Philippine and Chinese governments signed a contract for the design and construction of the bridge which costs 19.32 billion pesos.[1][2]
Davao–Samal Bridge | |
|---|---|
| Carries | Motor vehicles, pedestrians and bicycles |
| Crosses | Pakiputan Strait |
| Locale | Davao del Norte, Philippines |
| Characteristics | |
| Total length | 3.98 km (13,058 ft)[1] |
| Longest span | 250 m (820 ft)[1] |
| Clearance above | 47 m (154 ft)[1] |
| No. of lanes | 4[1] |
| History | |
| Construction cost | ₱19.32 billion[1][2] |
Background
The bridge will be supported by two pylons with a height of 73 meters (240 feet).[1]
References
- "Samal Island-Davao City bridge contract signed". Philippine Information Agency. January 14, 2021. Retrieved January 23, 2021.
- Llemit, Ralph Lawrence G. (January 14, 2021). "Philippines, China sign commercial contract for Davao-Samal Bridge". SunStar Davao. Retrieved January 23, 2021.
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