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The 8,881' (2,707m) long bridge has a main span of 1,100' (335M). "The tallest point of the bridge structure is 350 feet [107m], and the highest point of the deck is 180 feet [55m]." [HistoricBridges]
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Bridges Now and Then posted "December 20, 1967. The Laviolette Bridge was officially opened in the Canadian province of Quebec. This arch bridge, which spans the Saint Lawrence River, carries two lanes of vehicular traffic in each direction via the major highway Autoroute 55. The Laviolette Bridge links the city of Trois-Rivières on the north shore of the river with the city of Bécancour on the south shore. (The bridge’s namesake is Sieur de Laviolette, a 17th century French settler who is widely acknowledged as the founder of Trois-Rivières.) The Laviolette Bridge has also been a vital connection between Quebec City on the river’s north shore and the southwestern part of the province." (Photo Credit: John White) |
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pomerleau The bridge was rehabilitated in 2007. |
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tourismetroisrivieres, 1 of 5 photos "Today, it is still the longest metal frame bridge in Québec." It is used by 40,000 vehicles per day. |
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