The Millau Viaduct

GPTKB entity

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:bridge
gptkbp:academic_programs gptkb:Eiffage
gptkb:Eiffage_Construction
pioneering design
gptkbp:architectural_style modern
gptkbp:awards multiple engineering awards
gptkbp:bridge_deck made of concrete
gptkbp:builder challenging terrain
gptkbp:cable_arrangement fan system
gptkbp:challenges high winds
gptkbp:constructed_in gptkb:Eiffage
gptkbp:construction_material advanced techniques
gptkbp:construction_method incremental launching
gptkbp:construction_started gptkb:2001
3 years
gptkbp:crosses Tarn River
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired future projects
gptkbp:cultural_significance symbol of engineering excellence
gptkbp:design gptkb:Michel_Virlogeux
minimalist
Michel Virlogeux and Eiffage
gptkbp:design_feature aerodynamic shape
gptkbp:design_philosophy harmonious with nature
gptkbp:designed_for highway traffic
gptkbp:environmental_impact considered low
gptkbp:featured_in gptkb:documentaries
gptkbp:features seven pillars
gptkbp:height 343 meters
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label The Millau Viaduct
gptkbp:innovation yes
gptkbp:inspiration natural landscape
gptkbp:is_visible_from visible from surrounding hills
gptkbp:landmark yes
gptkbp:length stay cables
2,460 meters
gptkbp:location gptkb:Millau,_France
gptkbp:maintenance gptkb:Eiffage
gptkbp:material steel and concrete
gptkbp:opened gptkb:Jacques_Chirac
gptkb:2004
gptkbp:owner gptkb:Eiffage
gptkbp:part_of A75 autoroute
gptkbp:passenger_traffic integrated systems
approximately 25,000 vehicles per day
gptkbp:photography popular subject
gptkbp:price €394 million
gptkbp:public_access yes
gptkbp:public_perception admired globally
gptkbp:safety_features high standards
gptkbp:significance tallest bridge in the world
gptkbp:start_date December 14, 2004
gptkbp:sustainability designed for longevity
gptkbp:tourist_attraction yes
gptkbp:type cable-stayed bridge
gptkbp:viewpoint available for visitors
gptkbp:water_management 270 meters
gptkbp:wing_configuration gptkb:bridge
the Tarn Valley
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Arup
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6