Siheung City to Build Scenic Overpass Connecting Baegot and Wolgot

To Be Built as a 324-Meter Pedestrian Bridge
Aiming for Completion in the Second Half of 2027

Siheung City in Gyeonggi Province will construct a pedestrian overpass connecting Baegot New Town and Wolgot-dong.

On December 5, Siheung City announced that it recently held a technical review committee for the "Baegot~Wolgok Scenic Overpass (Pedestrian Bridge) Construction Project" and selected the construction method proposed by DS Global ECM Co., Ltd.

Perspective view of the Baegot~Wolgok Scenic Overpass, which Siheung City aims to complete by the second half of 2027. Provided by Siheung City

Accordingly, the city plans to complete administrative procedures, including the detailed design, in the first half of next year and begin construction, aiming to complete the scenic overpass in the second half of 2027.

The scenic overpass will be a suspension bridge measuring 324 meters in length and 2 meters in width, connecting Baegot-dong and Wolgot-dong, which are separated by the sea. Once the bridge is completed, residents will be able to walk between the two areas, expanding their living zones and revitalizing local commercial districts such as Wolgot Port, according to the city.

The selected construction method incorporates triangular and book-shaped designs to symbolize the future city and the educational new town. In particular, the main tower is designed to serve as a gateway connecting Baegot and Wolgot, conveying the area's symbolism and identity to vessels passing by Wolgot Port.

At both ends of the bridge, a central observatory with unobstructed views will be created, including viewing spaces. For nighttime, the city plans to install subtle floodlights and footlights for landscape lighting that will harmonize with the surrounding residential complexes.

A city official stated, "The scenic overpass will become a new landmark for the area, considering both safety and urban aesthetics," adding, "We will ensure that subsequent procedures proceed smoothly so that citizens can enjoy a convenient and beautiful pedestrian bridge."

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