This brief article is the continuation of the detailed overview we did of the most famous bridges in the US. If you want insights on the state of infrastructure in the US, read 25 Most Famous Bridges In The US.
8. George Washington Bridge, New York, NY – 1931
The George Washington Bridge links New York City to New Jersey and serves as a significant transportation artery across the Hudson River. This suspension bridge extends 1,451 meters and carries over 103 million vehicles annually. The bridge’s main issue lies in its congestion, as it results in extensive traffic delays.
7. Washington Bridge, Providence, RI – 1930
Completed in 1930, the Washington Bridge is a 300-meter-long structure crossing the Seekonk River to connect East Providence to Providence, Rhode Island. The bridge is known for its arched stone design and has historically facilitated regional travel and trade. However, with modern traffic volumes, it faces significant stress and congestion issues, prompting ongoing discussions about renovation or replacement to improve transportation.
6. Robert Street Bridge, St. Paul, MN – 1926
The Robert Street Bridge in St. Paul, Minnesota, was inaugurated in 1926 as a 701-meter, six-lane bridge to connect downtown St. Paul and neighborhoods to the south. Its reinforced concrete arch design was chosen for aesthetic and economic reasons during a period of prosperity.
5. Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Philadelphia, PA – 1926
The Benjamin Franklin Bridge was opened in 1926 to connect Philadelphia, PA, and Camden, NJ. Its 2,918 meters length was spread over the Delaware River to facilitate commerce and transportation. The bridge’s art deco towers stand 119 meters tall to symbolize the technological advancement of the era.
4. Manhattan Bridge, New York, NY – 1909
The Manhattan Bridge is a suspension bridge that opened in 1909, linking Manhattan and Brooklyn in New York City. Its structural height is 2088 meters, and a tower height of 98 meters. The bridge was critical in integrating Brooklyn’s growing immigrant population into New York City’s urban fabric.
3. Williamsburg Bridge, New York, NY – 1903
The Williamsburg Bridge is a vital link between Manhattan and Brooklyn. The 2227-meter suspension bridge boasted towers 102 meters tall and was the longest suspension bridge worldwide at its opening.
2. Brooklyn Bridge, New York, NY – 1883
The Brooklyn Bridge is the most filmed bridge in the world, completed in 1883. It stretches 1,825 meters over New York City’s East River. Known for its distinctive Gothic arches, it was the world’s longest suspension bridge at its completion, connecting Manhattan and Brooklyn for the first time. Its construction significantly reduced the travel time for workers commuting from Brooklyn to Manhattan and signaled a shift toward urbanization.
1. Eads Bridge, St. Louis, MO – 1874
The Eads Bridge was completed in 1874 in St. Louis, MO, and spans 1,964 meters across the Mississippi River. It is famous for being the first major bridge constructed entirely of steel and for pioneering the use of cantilever construction methods, revolutionizing bridge engineering. The bridge’s construction solved a major transportation issue by enabling road and rail transportation between Missouri and Illinois.
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