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

1922: Cortazar

Cortazar, Guanajuato, Mexico - Laja River
Bridgemeister ID:6930 (added 2022-01-22)
Year Completed:1922
Name:Cortazar
Also Known As:Arquitecto Ernesto Brunel
Location:Cortazar, Guanajuato, Mexico
Crossing:Laja River
Coordinates:20.491846 N 100.962915 W
Maps:Acme, GeoHack, Google, OpenStreetMap
Use:Vehicular (one-lane)
Status:Restricted to foot traffic (last checked: 2021)
Main Cables:Wire (steel)
Suspended Spans:1

Notes:

  • 1922: During inauguration event, one end of the bridge dipped 1-2 feet, possibly due to the weight of the crowd. The bridge was repaired and entered into service.
  • 2020-2021: Disassembled, rehabilitated, reassembled and reopened

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