Engineering troops build pontoon bridge replacing collapsed Phong Chau Bridge

Before the installation, Brigade 249 leadership reported to the Command of the Engineering Corps and other attending representatives on the preparation process, the steps taken, and the plan to assemble the PMP 60T pontoon bridge.

Leaders of the Engineering Corps and delegates oversee Brigade 249’s pontoon bridge installation.

Senior Colonel Nguyen Hong Giang (standing), Deputy Commander and Chief-of-Staff of the Engineering Corps, directs the installation after receiving a report from the unit.

With the plan approved, Brigade 249 quickly began connecting and securing the bridge sections to form a complete pontoon bridge. By approximately 10:50 a.m., the bridge had been assembled, and the delegates were invited to inspect the structure.

Troops of Brigade 249 tow, anchor, and connect the bridge sections.

Troops of Brigade 249 complete the final connections on the pontoon bridge.

In his address, Senior Colonel Nguyen Hong Giang, Deputy Commander and Chief-of-Staff of the Engineering Corps, commended the unit for their thorough preparation and efforts. He acknowledged the challenges faced by the unit and emphasized the importance of maintaining a strong sense of responsibility to ensure the safe and effective operation of the bridge.

The pontoon bridge crossing the Red River, connecting Tam Nong and Lam Thao districts, Phu Tho province

Engineering Corps leaders and delegates inspect the quality of the bridge.

The Engineering Corps Command presents gifts to the personnel involved in the installation of the pontoon bridge.

Colonel Giang also highlighted the need for continuous monitoring of the river's flow and adjusting accordingly to ensure safety. After the bridge is operational, the unit is required to coordinate with local authorities to ensure the safety of people and vehicles crossing the bridge.

The pontoon bridge is open to traffic on September 30 morning.

The pontoon bridge started to be open to traffic from the morning of September 30, with vehicles allowed to cross from 6:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. daily. The bridge will be disconnected from 10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m. to allow water traffic to pass, and then reconnected by the engineering troops from 5:00 a.m. and 6:00 a.m. daily.

Translated by Trung Thanh