Experimental Operation of Taha Hussein Bridge Implemented

The Taha Hussein Bridge, located in Egypt, represents a unique engineering feat in the field of bridge construction. It was built in nine months of continuous work. Its height reaches 50 meters at the Mokattam Hill, which required the use of modern implementation methods and special equipment, such as giant cranes whose loads reach 800 tons.

The project faced many challenges, including the nature of the rocky soil, the height of the columns and the use of the most suitable methods for installing pre-tensioned beams at such a great height. The length of the bridge is 960 meters in one direction, and its average width is about 30 meters in both directions.

Three loading experiments were carried out for the bridge, and tests were taken on all components of the project, including reinforcing steel and concrete. This was completed under the supervision of major laboratories in Egyptian governmental universities to ensure the quality of implementation. The quantities of reinforced concrete used in the project totaled approximately 70,000 cubic meters and 30,000 tons of reinforcing steel.

Arab Contractors served as general contractor on this project.