Xingguang Bridge Introduction
Starlight Bridge spans the Keelung River, measuring 270 meters in length, located 800 meters downstream from Chang'an Bridge in Xizhi. It is the first scenic bridge crossing the Keelung River, closely connected to Wudu Railway Station and exclusively for pedestrians and bicycles. The bridge features a "single pylon cable-stayed bridge" structure, with a 75-meter tilted pylon design that changes color every two seconds. The main bridge pylon resembles a towering giant microphone pointing skyward, and both the white pylon and the bridge body are equipped with dot light sources, creating a dazzling starry appearance at night, hence the name. The asymmetrical steel cables on both sides are also a significant characteristic of Starlight Bridge. The S-shaped bridge deck offers a unique design, departing from the conventional "square pattern" of typical bridges. The tilted pylon and bridge body adorned with dot light sources symbolize the brilliant starlight, representing the infinite hopes for the future development of the Xizhi area. The S-shaped deck provides a spacious area for resting and walking, where the clear and calm Keelung River sparkles under the sun. The clouds above, the bridge on the river surface, the elevated Zhongshan Highway passing through the northern end of the bridge, and even the leisurely egrets on the shallow grass by the water, all reflect beautifully in the water, creating a distinctive landscape. On both sides of Starlight Bridge, there are scenic riverside bike paths and lush grassy slopes. The nearby Jiangchang Water Pumping Station has also been transformed into a bicycle station and environmental education exhibition area. It not only provides facilities for bicycle pumping and maintenance but will also host various cultural and artistic exhibitions in the environmental education area, breaking the traditional role of the pumping station solely for flood control and disaster relief. This forward-thinking approach allows water infrastructure to offer more diverse services to the community.
