Daluh Bridge Introduction
Maolin District is located in the mountainous area of Kaohsiung, where the spectacular landscapes and indigenous culture are deeply intertwined with this beautiful land. Due to the Morakot typhoon in 2009, the external roads were severely damaged, and the Dele Rika Bridge, costing NT$ 700 million, was completed in 2013 for the safety of local residents and tourists. "Dele Rika" is the pronunciation of "Maolin" in the Rukai language. The bridge is 880 meters long, 10 meters wide, and has a maximum height of 52 meters, making it the third tallest prestressed box girder bridge in the country. The Dele Rika Bridge is uniquely designed to avoid scour at the pier foundations, with the deepest foundation reaching 38 meters to withstand the swift current of the Zhuokou River. The elevated structure of the bridge stands above the winding river, reflecting the lush green mountains and integrating with the unique terrain of Maolin. It not only becomes a new landmark in the Maolin area but also won a gold medal in the finals of the "2013 Global International Livable Cities Competition" organized by the United Nations Environment Programme.
