Starlight Bridge Introduction
The Starry Bridge spans the Keelung River, measuring 270 meters in length, located 800 meters downstream from the Chang'an Bridge in Xizhi. It is the first scenic bridge to cross the Keelung River, closely connected to the Wudu Train Station, and is designated for pedestrian and bicycle use. The bridge features a "single-arch tower cable-stayed bridge" structure, with a 75-meter inclined tower design that changes colors every two seconds. The main bridge column resembles a towering microphone reaching into the sky, and both the white tower and bridge body are equipped with dotted light sources, creating brilliant star-like effects at night, which gives the bridge its name. The asymmetrical steel cables on both sides are another characteristic of the Starry Bridge, while the S-shaped bridge deck presents a unique design that differs from the typical "straight-edged" structure of ordinary bridges. The inclined tower and bridge body, equipped with dotted light sources, symbolize the dazzling stars, reflecting the infinite hope for the future development of the Xizhi area. The S-shaped bridge deck provides a spacious and comfortable passage for rest and leisure, with the Keelung River appearing clear and calm under the sunlight. The reflection in the water captures the white clouds in the sky, the bridge body, the Zhongshan Elevated Highway passing through the northern end of the bridge, and even the leisurely white egrets on the water's edge, creating a unique landscape. On both sides of the Starry Bridge are picturesque riverside bike paths and lush green slopes. The nearby Jiangchang Pump Station has also been transformed into a facility featuring bicycle rest areas and an environmental education exhibition area. It not only provides tires and repair services for bicycles but also plans to host various cultural and artistic exhibitions in the environmental education area, breaking away from the traditional function of the pump station solely for flood control and disaster relief. This forward-thinking approach allows water conservancy facilities to offer a broader range of services to the community.
