The arch comprises a box cross section, a double cell of constant depth.

[5][6][7] The bridge was designed by Jure Radić, and built by Konstruktor, Split, between 1993 and 1996, using free cantilevering with temporary cable-stays.

The reinforced-concrete arch was executed in 5 m (16 ft) long segments, matching spandrel column spacing.

Prefabricated girders required for the structure were executed and prestressed in a purpose built plant on the site.

[10][11] Subsequently wind protection structures have been executed along the motorway section comprising the Maslenica Bridge, since the 15 km (9.3 mi) long section was completely closed to traffic due to strong wind from time to time - for a total of 6 days and 19 hours in 2007, and 13 days and 2 hours in 2006.