Pohang Cheolgilsup, Expanded Further as a 'Circular Greenway'

‘Sangsaeng Supgil Pedestrian Bridge Connection Project’ to be Completed in June

Recently designated as a model city forest recognized by the government, the ‘Pohang Cheolgilsup’ has firmly established itself as a landmark representing Pohang. In the second half of this year, the connection will be completed across the Hyeongsan River, further expanding healthy walking paths and tourism infrastructure for citizens.

Pohang Cheolgilsup Coexistence Forest Path Pedestrian Bridge Expected Perspective View.

The ‘Pohang Cheolgilsup Win-Win Forest Path Pedestrian Bridge Connection Project’ involves constructing a 140m-long pedestrian bridge (a bridge for pedestrians and bicycles) that crosses the Hyeongsan River (from Jungmyeong-ri, Yeonil-eup to Yugang-ri) to connect the 380m-long Hyeongsan River public bridge, completed last year, with the 9.3km-long Pohang Cheolgilsup (from Yuseong Girls’ High School in Buk-gu to Yugang Water Purification Plant in Yeonil-eup, Nam-gu).

Construction began in May last year, and the project has now entered the 40% completion stage. The pedestrian bridge will be built as an overpass crossing National Route 7 and the Pohang Steelworks inbound railway (Gwaedong Line), with pedestrian and bicycle lanes and an observatory installed to ensure safe passage for citizens.

Currently, auxiliary works such as road maintenance, ground compaction, and embankment have been completed, and foundation pile work is underway at a depth of 40 to 45 meters underground. To prevent safety accidents and address noise complaints, the pile installation is being carried out using a noiseless and vibration-free construction method.

After completing the substructure work around May, the upper beams, which are being manufactured at a factory, will be installed. In June, the installation of railings and pavement of the bridge surface will be completed, with the entire project scheduled for completion by the end of June.

A Pohang city official stated, “Once the Win-Win Forest Path pedestrian bridge is completed, it will connect Cheolgilsup with the already completed Hyeongsan River public bridge, linking Cheolgilsup to the Hyeongsan River area. This will expand the space where citizens and visitors can walk through the urban forest.” He added, “The beautiful scenery of the Hyeongsan River viewed from the pedestrian bridge is expected to become another tourist attraction.”

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