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Millau Viaduct: size, dimension and comparison

The adopted reference is about 2.46 km.

deck length

2.46 km = 2,460 m. A kilometer contains 1,000 meters.

2004Opening

The horizontal measurement of the deck is distinct from the height of the pylons.

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Millau Viaduct, interpreted illustration
Interpreted illustration · dimension stated in the fact sheet.

What does this number measure?

The horizontal measurement of the deck is distinct from the pylons' height. Displayed dimension: deck length.

Compare the stated dimensions

The comparison uses the number in each fact sheet: altitude, height, diameter, length or distance, depending on the reference. Two values in metres do not necessarily describe the same property.

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Source and limitations

Catalogue value to check against the source; not individually audited.

Detailed interpreted illustration. It is not a photograph, an architectural survey or an exact scientific reconstruction.

Opening: 2004. Proposed historical date; an existing documentary source is linked but was not consulted for this date in this session. Do not interpret this reference as the manufacturing date of the illustrated specimen.

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Source coverage: Interpreted general profile; secondary details have not been individually surveyed.