Supreme Dam Power: Mastering Earth´s Water | Génie Français - Record-Breaking Dams

"Record-Breaking Dams" explores three magnificent French bridges that have redefined the boundaries of engineering excellence and architectural innovation. Journey across France to discover the Normandy Bridge, whose main span surpassed Shanghai's Nanpu Bridge by an astounding 250 meters in 1994, setting a new world record. Marvel at Bordeaux's engineering masterpiece, the Chaban Delmas Bridge, whose remarkable feat of lifting its 2,500-ton main span to a height of 47 meters earned it recognition as one of Europe's highest lift bridges in 2013.
The documentary culminates with the breathtaking Ténérez Bridge in Brittany, completed in 2011. This architectural triumph continues to hold its position as the world's longest cable-stayed bridge as of 2022, showcasing France's ongoing commitment to pushing the boundaries of civil engineering. Through stunning visuals and expert insights, witness how these three landmarks have become symbols of human ingenuity and technical prowess, forever changing the landscape of modern bridge construction.

Some interesting links and sources:
https://www.britannica.com/technology...
https://education.nationalgeographic....
https://britishdams.org/about-dams/da...

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