Panama's Fourth Bridge over Canal pours 1,600 cubic meters of concrete for main tower foundation

Construction of Panama's Fourth Bridge over the Canal has reached a significant milestone with the continuous pouring of concrete for the pile cap of the main West tower (M4). This crucial structural element is essential for the foundation of one of the two main towers that will support the cable-stayed bridge.

The Ministry of Public Works (MOP), through the Panama Fourth Bridge Consortium, successfully executed the pouring of 1,600 cubic meters of concrete. This operation lasted nearly 30 hours and required meticulous, round-the-clock planning to ensure the quality and strength of the structure.

The pile cap itself is composed of 20 piles and a steel box weighing approximately 770 tons, designed to provide the necessary stability for the main tower, which will rise to nearly 186 meters above sea level. "This work is continuous 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We have spent about 28 days preparing to meet each of the stages established in the schedule," explained Michael Pascual, Field Manager for the Main West Tower (M4).

A total of 124 collaborators per shift, including personnel from the consortium and subcontractors, participated in this phase, maintaining uninterrupted operations under established safety and quality standards. With this advancement, the MOP is reinforcing the foundation of one of the main towers for a project considered one of the most important infrastructure developments in Panama. The main bridge will span 965 meters with a navigation clearance of 75 meters, allowing safe passage for Neopanamax vessels. The project also includes 2.5 kilometers of access viaducts, six vehicular lanes, and a pedestrian walkway, along with two large interchanges connecting to major routes in the capital and Panama Oeste.

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This work is continuous 24 hours a day, seven days a week. We have spent about 28 days preparing to meet each of the stages established in the schedule.