The National High Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL) announced a major milestone in the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail project. All eight pillars for the bridge over the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad are now ready. This completes the foundation and substructure work for this critical section of the Bullet Train route.
What are the technical details of the Sabarmati bridge
The bridge is located between the proposed Sabarmati and Ahmedabad high-speed rail stations. It stands at a height of 36 meters, which is roughly equal to a 12-storey building. The total length of the bridge is 480 meters. To ensure the river water flows without any blockage, the pillars were placed strategically.
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Total Pillars | 8 Circular Piers |
| Pillar Locations | 4 in river, 2 on banks, 2 outside |
| Pillar Diameter | 6 to 6.5 meters |
| Pillar Height | 31 to 34 meters |
| Bridge Length | 480 meters |
| Bridge Height | 36 meters |
What is the current progress and construction method
The project team is now focusing on the superstructure, which includes the overhead spans. Out of the total spans, three of the 76-meter spans are already complete. The bridge uses the Balanced Cantilever Method, which allows construction over deep water without using scaffolding from the riverbed. Each span consists of 23 segments cast on-site.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How high is the Sabarmati Bullet Train bridge?
The bridge has a total height of 36 meters, which is approximately the height of a 12-storey building.
How many pillars were constructed for the Sabarmati bridge?
A total of 8 circular pillars were built, with 4 located inside the river, 2 on the banks, and 2 outside the banks.
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