Dolsan Bridge (Korean: 돌산대교) is a cable‑stayed bridge in Yeosu, South Jeolla Province, South Korea. The bridge carries vehicular traffic and pedestrians across Dolsan Bay, linking the mainland of Yeosu with Dolsan Island (돌산도).
Key characteristics
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Location | Yeosu, South Korea, spanning Dolsan Bay between the mainland and Dolsan Island |
| Official Korean name | 돌산대교 |
| Bridge type | Cable‑stayed bridge |
| Total length | Approximately 2.3 km (including approach viaducts) |
| Main span length | About 540 m |
| Width | Accommodates four traffic lanes and a pedestrian walkway |
| Construction period | Began in the mid‑1990s; completed and opened to traffic on 23 July 1997 |
| Purpose | Replaced a ferry service, improving road connectivity for residents, tourists, and commercial traffic; also serves as a scenic route within the Yeosu coastal tourism area |
| Maintenance authority | Managed by the South Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport in cooperation with local government authorities |
Context and significance
- The bridge is a prominent feature of Yeosu’s coastal infrastructure and is often photographed for its aesthetic design against the surrounding sea and islands.
- It forms part of the local road network that supports access to popular tourist destinations on Dolsan Island, including the Dolsan Park and coastal walking trails.
- The structure is designed to withstand the region’s high humidity and occasional typhoon conditions, incorporating corrosion‑resistant materials and seismic design measures common to Korean bridge engineering standards.
Related structures
- Yeosu Bridge (연제대교) – another major bridge in Yeosu connecting the city’s central districts.
- Masan–Yeosu Expressway – a regional expressway that utilizes the Dolsan Bridge as part of its route.
References
- South Korean Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport publications on national bridge inventories.
- Municipal records from the Yeosu City government detailing infrastructure projects completed in the late 1990s.
No speculative or unverified information is included in this entry.
