Deleriga Bridge

Kaohsiung Attractions

Deleriga Bridge Introduction

Maolin District is located in the mountainous area of Kaohsiung, where the magnificent rivers and mountains and indigenous culture are deeply connected to this beautiful land. Due to the devastation caused by Typhoon Morakot in 2009, the roads to the area were severely damaged. To ensure the safety of local residents and tourists, the Dele Rika Bridge, costing NT$700 million, was completed in 2013. "Dele Rika" is the pronunciation of "Maolin" in the Rukai language. The bridge is 880 meters long, 10 meters wide, and has a maximum net height of 52 meters, making it the third highest prestressed box girder bridge in the country. The Dele Rika Bridge specifically avoids placing its piers in areas of meandering flow to prevent erosion; the deepest pier foundation reaches 38 meters to withstand the swift currents of the Zhuokou Creek. The elevated design of the bridge stands above the winding path of the Zhuokou Creek, reflecting the layered green mountains and blending with Maolin's unique terrain. It has not only become a new landmark in the Maolin area but also won the Gold Medal in the final of the "2013 Global International Livable Cities Contest" organized by the United Nations Environment Programme.

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