Governor inspects new bridge between Icoaraci and Outeiro, which is entering the final phase
With over 90% of the work completed, the modern structure will reorganize traffic, facilitating the movement of residents and strengthening tourism
The works on the cable-stayed bridge connecting the districts of Icoaraci to Outeiro, in Belém, have reached 92% completion. During a technical visit on the morning of this Monday (15), Governor Helder Barbalho monitored the progress of the work and emphasized the importance of the structure for urban mobility and the quality of life of the population, highlighting that the bridge will completely reorganize the movement between the districts.
“This will allow us to create a new mobility strategy for those living in Icoaraci, Outeiro, and Belém, leaving the old Enéas Pinheiro bridge more focused on the industrial area and residents on the other side of the island, while the new one will serve the main population densifications, where there are more housing units, both in Icoaraci and Outeiro,” said the governor.
Integration - Helder Barbalho also highlighted the technical and social differentials of the work, which, being a cable-stayed bridge (with steel cables), can have a wide navigation span. “The entire structure will have a bike lane, designed to integrate all people, whether they are in a vehicle, on public transport, or who will take their bicycle to go back and forth. The idea is to bring the regions closer, reduce distances, and shorten the travel time for people when leaving their homes, reaching work, to their final destination,” the governor added.
For the Secretary of State for Infrastructure and Logistics, Adler Silveira, the new structure represents a significant advancement. “We are at a very important stage, the most visible to the population, which is when the bridge stops being a raw structure to become utilitarian. It will reduce travel time, increase mobility, benefit the communities of Icoaraci and Outeiro, boost commerce, tourism, and allow faster access to the services of the city of Belém. It is a work that will transform the daily lives of those who live here,” assured the head of Seinfra.
With a length of 414 meters and a width of 10.5 meters, the new bridge is supported by steel cables (stays) connected to a central mast, following modern engineering standards that combine aesthetics, safety, and durability. To finalize the structure, only the lifting of two pairs of large metal pieces - which fit together to form the bridge deck, where vehicles will travel - is left. Once this stage is completed, the work will advance to paving and signaling, when the deck will receive an asphalt coating, ensuring durability, safety, and comfort for drivers.
Expectation - Residents are already awaiting the completion of the bridge. Maria das Graças, a resident of Outeiro, said that the structure will bring practicality to daily life. "For me, this bridge will change everything. Today, to go to the market or to an appointment in downtown Belém, I waste a lot of time, stuck in traffic or waiting for transport. When it’s ready, it will make things much easier. It will provide safety and peace of mind for us,” she assured.
Driver Jairo Silva, who travels daily between Icoaraci and Outeiro, is also looking forward to the benefits. “With this bridge ready, I will spend less fuel and time. Today, I need to use the other bridge, which takes longer. When this one is operational, it will be much more peaceful,” he added.
In addition to improving mobility, the project will facilitate access to the beaches of Outeiro, one of the most sought-after tourist destinations in the Metropolitan Region of Belém, strengthening tourism and promoting social and economic development. The work generates 120 direct jobs and about 200 indirect jobs, boosting the local economy and benefiting workers from various sectors.
