Imsil-gun, Okjeongho Suspension Bridge Emerges as a Tourist Attraction... Focus on Safety Management

[Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Nosik] As the suspension bridge connecting Okjeongho Carp Island is gaining nationwide attention as a tourist destination, Imsil-gun is focusing administrative efforts on strengthening safety management.

According to the county on the 8th, more than 210,000 tourists visited within just over two weeks since the temporary opening of the Okjeongho suspension bridge on the 22nd of last month, making it a new tourist attraction in Jeollabuk-do that continues to draw many visitors.

Accordingly, the county prioritizes the safety of tourists and is thoroughly committed to accident prevention by frequently inspecting safety issues.

In particular, as the importance of safety has recently been greatly emphasized across society, the county is responding with meticulous safety manuals, including joint inspections with related organizations, strengthening regular safety checks, and training workers so that visitors can safely enjoy the suspension bridge and Carp Island tourism.

On the 7th, a joint inspection team consisting of 25 members, including Imsil-gun as the main body, Imsil Police Station, Jeonju Wansan Fire Station, and Korea Electric Power Corporation, inspected safety facilities and equipment management, traffic management and operation of parking lots, and measures for crime prevention around the facilities.

Every Monday, the day the site is closed, is designated as a regular inspection day, and safety inspections and worker training are continuously conducted.

The Okjeongho suspension bridge, which is being operated on a trial basis until early next year, was created as part of the development project for the eastern region of Jeollabuk-do with an investment of 10.1 billion KRW. It has a total length of 420 meters and a net width of 1.5 meters. Visitors can climb the 80-meter-high main tower observatory shaped like a carp to enjoy a panoramic view of the beautiful scenery of Okjeongho.

Additionally, the stainless steel mesh-type railings and steel grating floor panels allow visitors to look down at the surface of Okjeongho as they walk, providing tourists with an exhilarating and refreshing sensation as if walking on water.

Crossing the suspension bridge leads to Carp Island Ecological Park, which is developed as a colorful flower garden throughout all four seasons, drawing exclamations from tourists and gaining attention as a fantastic island surrounding the lake.

Since its opening, it has rapidly risen as a popular tourist destination nationwide, attracting many visitors through word of mouth.

County Governor Shim Min said, “Since the opening of the suspension bridge, many tourists from across the country have been visiting Okjeongho in Imsil-gun, raising the brand value of tourism in Imsil. Because the safety of tourists is important, we will frequently inspect the safety management manual and immediately improve any parts that need supplementation to fully ensure the safety of visitors.”

Imsil=Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Park Nosik baekok@asiae.co.kr

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