Why China’s Hongqi Bridge Collapsed Before Opening

Why China’s Hongqi Bridge Collapsed Before Opening
The collapse of the Hongqi Bridge in China's Sichuan Province is seen on Nov. 11, 2025. Screenshot via X
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A major bridge in China’s Sichuan province collapsed on Nov.11, just 10 months after it was completed and before it had opened to traffic.

The Hongqi Bridge spans 2,687 feet, with a 722-foot main span and a 564-foot-high central pier. Authorities hailed it as a regional infrastructure milestone.