Starry Bridge Introduction
The Starlight Bridge spans the Keelung River, with a length of 270 meters, located 800 meters downstream of the Chang'an Bridge in Xizhi. It is the first scenic bridge to cross the Keelung River, closely connected to the Wudu Railway Station. This bridge is exclusively for pedestrians and cyclists, featuring a "single-tilt tower cable-stayed bridge" structure. The 75-meter tower is designed to tilt, changing colors every two seconds. The main bridge column resembles a giant microphone reaching towards the sky. The white tower and bridge body are equipped with point light sources that twinkle like stars at night, which is how it got its name. The asymmetrical steel cables on both sides are also a distinctive feature of the Starlight Bridge, and the S-shaped bridge deck is creatively designed, deviating from the conventional "rectangular layout" of typical bridges. The inclined tower and bridge body, adorned with point light sources, symbolize the dazzling imagery of starlight, representing the infinite hopes for the future development of the Xizhi area. The S-shaped deck provides a spacious and comfortable passageway for recreation, while the Keelung River appears clear and calm under the sunlight. The white clouds in the sky, the bridge reflected on the river surface, and even the leisurely egrets resting on the shallow grass by the water—all create a unique and picturesque scene. On both sides of the Starlight Bridge, there are beautiful riverside bicycle paths and lush green hills. The nearby Jiangchang Pumping Station has also been transformed into a multifunctional area with a bicycle rest stop and an environmental education exhibition space. This area not only features a tire inflation and repair station for bicycles but will also host various cultural exhibitions periodically. This initiative breaks away from the traditional role of a pumping station solely for flood control and disaster relief, embodying forward-thinking that allows water resource facilities to provide more diverse services to the community.
