Calaba Bridge, Philippines
Facts and Figures:
Place/Country: Bangued, Abra (Province) / Philippines
Completion: 2010
Project type: Modular Bridge
Client: Department of Public Works and Highways
Description:
The Calaba Bridge in the Philippines is currently the longest Modular Bridge ever constructed by Waagner-Biro. It measures 900m and spans the River Abra. For the people of the area, the Calaba Bridge represents a great relief, because, in the past, they were restricted to using a ferry to cross the river which interrupted its service during high waters for safety reasons.