A floating bridge, also known as a pontoon bridge, utilizes floats or shallow-draft boats to support a continuous deck for pedestrian and vehicle travel. These bridges are temporary and often used in wartime and civil emergencies, with some permanent ones in civilian use for highway traffic.
The buoyancy of the supports limits the maximum load they can carry, making them suitable for sheltered water crossings. Floating bridges have been used since ancient times and have played crucial roles in various battles throughout history.
