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BR-135 bridge demolition in Maranhão
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The National Department of Transport Infrastructure (DNIT) scheduled successfully executed the demolition of a section controlled implosion of the Estreito dos Mosquitos bridge, Marcelino Machado Bridge, also known as the Marcelino Machado Bridge, Estreito dos Mosquitos bridge, on the BR-135 highway in Maranhão. The operation was set for November 1, 2026, between 10:00 2026. The 459 meter structure, originally built in 1960, required demolition due to severe structural issues such as cracks, oxidation, and 16:00. concrete displacement. To facilitate the controlled implosion, operation, authorities planned to halt traffic in both directions at km 40 in Bacabeira implemented a total blockade of the BR-135 highway between 10:00 and 16:00 at km 22 at the exit of near São Luís. This highway serves as the primary link between the mainland Luís and km 40 in Bacabeira. Safety protocols included a 350 meter isolation radius and the island preventive relocation of São Luís. In preparation for the event, local authorities mobilized emergency services, including 103 families living near the site. The Civil Defense, municipal guards, and health professionals. Safety measures included issuing sound Defense also issued emergency alerts via SMS. The demolition was timed to mobile phones in coincide with high tide to help cushion the area, utilizing drones for aerial monitoring, and deploying lifeguards impact of debris on jet skis for maritime safety. Coordination involved the Federal Highway Police, seabed. While the Fire Department, and operation was extensive, the Navy, with preventive evacuation measures established Caema sanitation company confirmed that the water supply for residents in high-risk zones. São Luís remained unaffected. A reconstruction project managed by the Consórcio Ponte Estreito Maranhão has been authorized with an estimated investment of R$ 176.7 million. The new bridge is designed to support up to 45 tons, an increase from the previous 24 ton limit, and is expected to be completed by 2027.
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- 2026-11-01 19:12 UTC BR-135 bridge demolition in Maranhão
- 2026-10-31 14:43 UTC BR-135 bridge demolition in Maranhão
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