Terengganu's Iconic Bridge: A New Height Limit for Heavy Vehicles
Starting January 1, heavy vehicles will no longer be allowed on the iconic drawbridge in Kuala Terengganu, Malaysia. This decision has been made to ensure the safety of other road users and to prevent structural damage to the bridge, which is a key infrastructure and landmark in Terengganu. The height restriction barrier will only allow vehicles under 3.5 meters tall, including lorries, trailers, and tour buses weighing five tonnes or more, to be barred from using the structure.
The company operating the drawbridge, TI Properties Sdn Bhd, a fully-owned subsidiary of the Terengganu government's investment arm, will put up sufficient signboards and notices along the main roads heading towards the bridge to inform road users about the new rule. LED screens at the bridge will also display notices to remind road users of the new regulation. Heavy vehicles can instead use the Sultan Mahmud and Manir bridges, which connect the Kuala Nerus area to Kuala Terengganu city centre.
This move is a significant step towards maintaining the safety and integrity of the bridge, which was the first 'tower drawbridge' in Southeast Asia. By implementing this height restriction, the company aims to lower the risk of structural damage due to overloaded vehicles, ensuring the bridge's safety and lifespan for years to come.
