The works on the new pedestrian and cyclist bridge over the Savinja River at Špica in Celje are nearing completion. The structure is ready for asphalt paving, which is scheduled for next week. This will be followed by a load test, installation of the railing, and finishing works on both approaches. The bridge is expected to be completed by the end of June. Once finished, it will be the largest bridging structure on the long-distance cycling route between Šempeter and Celje.The bridge, with a span of 76.0 meters, is designed as a simply-supported arch "Vierendeel" girder. The girder’s structural height varies due to the arch-shaped upper chord, ranging from just 1.5 meters at the ends to 6.0 meters at the midspan. The vertical members are spaced 4.0 meters apart and aligned centrically (radially) relative to the curvature of the upper chord. The superstructure's bottom chord is strengthened by a composite Hi-Bond deck-slab, adding also to the dynamic stability of the slender bridge.
The installation of a 127 tons steel structure took place in November 2024. The structure was transported from a nearby construction site using a 750-ton mobile crane, lifted, and placed into its final position.
The works are carried out by VOC Celje d.o.o., the steel structure was manufactured by BS VAR d.o.o. The investor is the Slovenian Infrastructure Agency (DRSI).
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Pedestrian and cyclist bridge over Savinja River at Špica in Celje
