Octavio Frias de Oliveira bridge

The Octavio Frias de Oliveira bridge is a cable-stayed bridge in Sao Paulo, Brazil over the Pinheiros River, opened in May 2008. The bridge connects Marginal Pinheiros to Jornalista Roberto Marinho Avenue.

Octavio Frias de Oliveira bridge

Official name                    Octavio Frias de Oliveira bridge

Crosses                             Pinheiros River Locale Sao Paulo, Brazil

Design                              Cable-stayed bridge

Total length                     1,600 metres (5,200 ft)

Height                              138 metres (450 ft), (tower)

Completion date              May 2008

Opening date                   2008-05-10

The bridge deck is unusual due to its form, which is similar to an "X", crossing at the tower. It is the only bridge in the world that has two curved tracks supported by a single concrete mast. At the end of December lights are put up on the cables and illuminated to create color effects like those on a Christmas tree. The bridge is also lit up on special occasions during the year and is often used for automobile advertisements on television.