Definitions
- Describing a bridge that goes over a road, railway, or waterway. - Referring to a pedestrian bridge that allows people to cross over a busy street or highway. - Talking about a bridge that connects two buildings or parts of a building at different levels.
- Describing a bridge that goes over a busy intersection or highway. - Referring to an elevated roadway that allows traffic to bypass congested areas. - Talking about a bridge that is built over an obstacle such as a river or valley.
List of Similarities
- 1Both are types of bridges.
- 2Both involve going over something, such as a road or waterway.
- 3Both can be used for transportation purposes.
- 4Both are man-made structures.
- 5Both can be found in urban areas.
What is the difference?
- 1Purpose: Overbridge is primarily for pedestrian use, while flyover is for vehicular traffic.
- 2Location: Overbridge is often located in areas with high pedestrian traffic, while flyover is usually built in areas with high vehicular traffic.
- 3Design: Overbridge is typically designed to blend in with its surroundings and may have aesthetic features, while flyover is designed for efficiency and may have a more utilitarian appearance.
- 4Height: Flyover is usually higher than overbridge to allow for vehicles to pass underneath.
Remember this!
Overbridge and flyover are both types of bridges that go over something, but they differ in their purpose, location, design, height, and length. Overbridge is primarily for pedestrian use and is often located in areas with high pedestrian traffic, while flyover is for vehicular traffic and is usually built in areas with high vehicular traffic. Flyover is also typically longer and higher than overbridge due to its purpose of bypassing congested areas.
