Pol Sefid (Ahvaz)
Bridge in Ahvaz, Iran
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Pol Sefid (Persian: پل سفید) is an arch bridge located in Ahvaz, Khuzestan, Iran, built above the Karun river. The bridge was completed on 21 September 1936, and was inaugurated on 6 November 1936. The bridge remains a symbol of the city still today.[2]
Coordinates31.3196°N 48.6818°E
CarriesPedestrian and Automotive traffic
CrossesKarun River
LocaleAhvaz, Iran
White Bridge پل سفید | |
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| Coordinates | 31.3196°N 48.6818°E |
| Carries | Pedestrian and Automotive traffic |
| Crosses | Karun River |
| Locale | Ahvaz, Iran |
| Official name | Ahvaz Bridge |
| Other name | White Bridge |
| Characteristics | |
| Material | Concrete, Metal |
| Total length | 1643 ft (501.2 m)[1] |
| Height | 42 ft (13 m) |
| No. of lanes | 2 |
| History | |
| Construction start | 21 October 1935 |
| Construction end | 21 September 1936 |
| Inaugurated | 6 November 1936 |
| Location | |
 Interactive map of White Bridge | |
