14 Questions
Where is the Ampera Bridge located?
In the heart of Palembang city
What is the purpose of the Ampera Bridge?
To connect Seberang Ulu and Seberang Ilir areas
How tall are the two lifting towers of the Ampera Bridge?
63 meters
What is the maximum height of a vessel that can pass under the lifted central part of the Ampera Bridge?
44.50 meters
Why can't the Ampera Bridge be adjusted in height since 1970?
Disturbs traffic flow due to the time taken to lift the bridge
What is the weight of each pendulum weight on the two towers?
500 tons
What is the width of the middle part of the Ampera Bridge?
$22$ meters
What is the lifting speed of the central part of the Ampera Bridge?
10 meters per minute
How wide is the distance between the two towers of the Ampera Bridge?
75 meters
What happens to the flow of traffic between Seberang Ulu and Ilir when the Ampera Bridge is lifted?
It is stopped temporarily
What is the maximum width of a vessel that can pass under the Ampera Bridge without lifting the central part?
30 meters
What is the combined weight of the two pendulum weights on the towers of the Ampera Bridge?
1,000 tons
Why was the Ampera Bridge designed to allow vessels with a higher maximum height to pass under it when lifted?
To avoid disrupting river transportation during bridge operation
What is the reason cited for not adjusting the height of the Ampera Bridge since 1970?
To prevent traffic disruption during lifting
Learn about the iconic Ampera Bridge, a symbol of Palembang city, which connects Seberang Ulu and Seberang Ilir over the Musi River. Discover interesting facts about the construction and features of this historical bridge.
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