This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.

Canet

Canet and Le Pouget, Hérault, France - Hérault River
Bridgemeister ID:4557 (added 2020-06-01)
Name:Canet
Location:Canet and Le Pouget, Hérault, France
Crossing:Hérault River
Coordinates:43.597574 N 3.492968 E
Maps:Acme, GeoHack, Google, OpenStreetMap
Use:Vehicular (two-lane)
Status:In use (last checked: 2018)
Main Cables:Wire (steel)
Suspended Spans:1
Main Span:1 x 110 meters (360.9 feet) estimated

Notes:

  • Completed in 1930 or late 1920s.
  • 2017: A cable snaps. The bridge is closed for temporary repairs and reopened.
  • 2020, October: Closed for more substantial repairs including replacement of all of the suspender cables and reinforcement of the anchorages.
  • 2021, July: The bridge is reopened.
  • Replaced 1874 Canet - Canet and Le Pouget, Hérault, France.

External Links:

Postcard, collection of Jochem Hollestelle

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