This is a single suspension bridge from the Bridgemeister historical inventory of suspension bridges.
1841: Châtillon-sur-Loire
Châtillon-sur-Loire, Loiret, France - Loire River
| Bridgemeister ID: | 1017 (added 2003-11-22) |
| Year Completed: | 1841 |
| Name: | Châtillon-sur-Loire |
| Location: | Châtillon-sur-Loire, Loiret, France |
| Crossing: | Loire River |
| Principals: | Marc Seguin |
| References: | AAJ |
| Use: | Vehicular |
| Status: | Replaced, 1931 |
| Main Cables: | Wire (iron) |
| Suspended Spans: | 4 |
| Main Spans: | 2 x 92 meters (301.8 feet), 2 x 76 meters (249.3 feet) |
Notes:
- Destroyed by flood 1846, rebuilt 1848, damaged by flood 1856, rebuilt 1857.
- Replaced by 1931 Châtillon-sur-Loire - Châtillon-sur-Loire, Loiret, France. Built on same piers.
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