Juan León Mera Bridge
Description:
The Ambato River cuts through the north end of the city. It is not a very wide or deep river, but can cause significant flooding during periods of heavy rainfall. Throughout the years, the river has cut a deep basin into the land, creating the need for better bridges. In October 2008, the City of Ambato finished the long-awaited Juan Leon Mera Bridge, connecting downtown Ambato to the neighborhoods of Ficoa and Atocha with its 154 mts (505 ft.) span and two towers of 58 (190 ft.) and 78 mts (255 ft.) high.
- Latitude: 1º13'58''S
- Longitude: 78º37'46''O
- Altitude: 2509
- Location City: Ambato
- Photographer: Fabián Villagómez
- Address: Avenida Dr. Rodrigo Pachano Lalama, Atocha, Ambato, Tungurahua