White Bridge

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The white bridge of Ahvaz or the hanging bridge or the crescent bridge is the name of one of the bridges of Ahvaz city, which is also considered one of the symbols of this city. This bridge was built on the Karun river in 1315 during the reign of Reza Shah Pahlavi, which has two suspension bridge parts (one 136 meters and the other 130 meters) and three 49 meters arched parts. The total length of the bridge is 501.2 meters. The carpentry work of this bridge was done by Gholamhossein Salehi Kalam, a master carpenter of his time.

The Karoon river in Ahvaz, during the tranquil nights, radiates with a glimmering aura reminiscent of a thousand twinkling stars. Its flowing waters, imbued with warmth and imbued with precious memories, exude an undeniable sense of kindness, evoking the very essence of the magnanimous southern people. As I stand atop the White bridge and gaze towards the distant horizon, I am awestruck by the breathtaking beauty that surrounds me, an experience that words cannot adequately express. The river stands as a resolute symbol of life, brimming with vitality and hope, and I am filled with an overwhelming sense of gratitude to have been granted the opportunity to witness such majesty.

Karun River flows in the heart of Ahvaz; The river which is the largest and most watery river in the country and was the only navigable river in Iran. Great civilizations have formed on the banks of this river. It has been many years since Karun was used for shipping. Karun originates from Bakhtiari mountains and supplies drinking water to the city.
The Karun River has divided Ahvaz into two eastern and western parts; Sections that are connected to each other by means of bridges. One of the most famous of them is the White Bridge. This bridge is the first suspension bridge in Iran and it was built during the period of Reza Shah Pahlavi. Other names of the white bridge include the crescent bridge and the hanging bridge. This bridge was registered as one of the national works of Iran in 1378, with the number 2493.

In the past, the white bridge was used for pedestrians, trucks and cars. For a long time now, this bridge has been used for the passage of people and cars in one direction.
The construction project of Ahvaz White Bridge was launched in 1312. At that time, the only bridge that was built over the Karun River was the railway metal bridge, known as the Black Bridge. This bridge connected the national railway to Imam Khomeini Port (Shapur Port at that time). On June 17, 1312, the contract for the construction of Ahvaz White Bridge was signed between Mirza Ali Khan Mansour, the Minister of Roads and Streets of Iran, and Oscar Lindahl, the representative of a Swedish company Sonskaenter Pernadakti Polakt. The construction cost of the suspension bridge is estimated at five million and 780 thousand rials, which was paid by the National Bank of Iran. Bridge building materials and supplies were given to Sweden by Sentab Company after the official approval of the Iranian Embassy in Stockholm.
It was at the beginning of Mehr 1313 that the location of the bridge on Karon was determined. A German engineer and his wife took the executive responsibility of building the bridge. By July 1314, the construction of the foundations of the suspension bridge was finished. The work was going well until it was time to mount the second crescent of the bridge. The Englishmen working in the oil company at that time provided the bridge builder with tools that were used to install the bridge arches. Right at this stage of the work, the British took back the crane and the equipment. The circumstances were such that the German engineer died due to the discomfort of the bridge being half-finished.
The white bridge of Ahvaz is all metal and is placed on a concrete base. The length of the bridge is 20,501 meters, its width is 8.9 meters and its height is 13 meters. The white bridge has two concrete arches of 12 and 20 meters and has two sidewalks. It has two large spans of 136 and 130 meters, three middle spans of 49 meters and two side spans of 12 and 20 meters. All parts of the white bridge are connected with bolts and nuts.
On the same day of visiting the White Bridge, you can visit other places of interest in Khuzestan province in Ahvaz. For this, it is enough to have a good schedule and know their intervals.

One of the most famous bridges in Ahvaz is the White Bridge. This bridge is the first suspension bridge in Iran and it was built during the period of Reza Shah Pahlavi. Other names of the white bridge include the crescent bridge and the hanging bridge. This bridge was registered as one of the national works of Iran in 1378, with number 2493.

White bridge: One of the city emblems. During the winter migrant birds gather close to the bridge for receiving food from viewers. This bridge connects the Eastside of the town to the Westside. Cars can pass the bridge in only one direction (east to west). Poor lighting and decoration are the most important cons of the Bridge.

A beautiful bridge and a symbol of Ahwaz and in the heart of all Ahwazis..