description Pont de Québec Overview
The Pont de Québec is a riveted steel truss cantilever bridge spanning the Saint Lawrence River between Quebec City and Lévis, Canada. Completed in 1919 after two construction disasters that claimed 88 lives, it carries both road and rail traffic. The bridge's main span of 549 meters (1,801 feet) remains the longest cantilever bridge span in the world, representing a significant achievement in early 20th century engineering.
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Where is the Pont de Québec and what does it cross?
The Pont de Québec spans the Saint Lawrence River between Quebec City and Lévis, Canada. It is a riveted steel truss cantilever bridge that connects the two sides of the river.
How long is the Pont de Québec main span?
Its main span measures 549 meters. That long central span is a defining feature of the bridge's cantilever design.
Does the Pont de Québec carry trains or cars?
The bridge carries both road and rail traffic. Its design therefore supports two major forms of transport across the Saint Lawrence River.
Why is the Pont de Québec associated with construction disasters?
The bridge was completed in 1919 after two construction disasters that claimed 88 lives. Those losses are a major part of the bridge's engineering history.
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