Youtefa Bridge
Maluku and Papua Region
Youtefa Bridge, formerly known as Holtekamp Bridge, is a steel arch bridge spanning Youtefa Bay in Jayapura, Papua, Indonesia. It connects Holtekamp in Muara Tami District with Hamadi in Jayapura Selatan District, significantly reducing travel distance and time from Jayapura city center to Muara Tami District and the Skouw State Border Post at the Indonesia–Papua New Guinea border. The bridge's main span was uniquely fabricated off-site at the PAL Indonesia shipyard in Surabaya to enhance safety, welding quality, and construction speed. This 112.5-meter-long, 2000-ton steel span was transported over 3,200 kilometers by ship to Jayapura, where it was installed in two phases in early 2018. Officially inaugurated on October 28, 2019, by President Joko Widodo, Youtefa Bridge stands as a significant infrastructure achievement in Indonesia. It has been recognized by the Indonesian World Records Museum for the longest intact steel frame bridge installation and the longest-distance delivery of a complete steel frame bridge.
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Tip: Visitors should plan their visit during daylight hours to fully appreciate the bridge's impressive architecture and panoramic views of Youtefa Bay. While no specific ticketing is required to visit the bridge, checking local traffic conditions is advisable for a smooth experience. Given its significance and location, arranging transport in advance is recommended, especially for those traveling from Jayapura city center or towards the border post. No specific discounts apply, but local guides may offer insightful tours.
Interesting facts
- •Youtefa Bridge holds records from the Indonesian World Records Museum for the longest intact steel frame bridge installation.
- •The main steel span was fabricated off-site in Surabaya and transported over 3,200 kilometers by ship to Jayapura.
- •The bridge significantly reduces travel time between Jayapura city center and the Indonesia–Papua New Guinea border post.
History
Construction of Youtefa Bridge was carried out by a consortium of Indonesian state-owned companies, including PT Pembangunan Perumahan Tbk, PT Hutama Karya, and PT Nindya Karya, with significant support from the Ministry of Public Works and Housing.
The main steel arch span was fabricated in Surabaya and transported over 3,200 kilometers to Jayapura, marking a pioneering approach in Indonesian bridge construction.
Installation of the spans occurred in early 2018, and the bridge was inaugurated in late 2019.
The project set national records for steel bridge delivery and installation.
