Rama VII Bridge
Rama VII Bridge (Thai: สะพานพระราม 7) is a bridge over the Chao Phraya River in Bangkok and Nonthaburi, in Thailand, connecting the Bang Sue District and Bang Phlat District. The roadway is in a dual carriageway configuration, with 3 lanes in each direction. The bridge was named in honour of King Prajadhipok.[1][2]
Rama VII Bridge สะพานพระราม ๗ | |
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 View from east bank | |
| Coordinates | 13.813775°N 100.514442°E |
| Carries | 6 lanes of roadway, pedestrians |
| Crosses | Chao Phraya River |
| Locale | Bangkok and Nonthaburi |
| Characteristics | |
| Total length | 933.19 m |
| Longest span | 120 m |
| Clearance below | 8.9 m |
| History | |
| Construction start | January 18, 1990 |
| Opened | September 23, 1992 |
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References
Bureau of Maintenance and Traffic Safety, Thailand. "RAMA VII BRIDGE". Retrieved 2008-01-06.
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