George Washington Bridge
CountryUSA
Year Built1931
Total Length1,450 m
Main Span1,067 m
TypeSuspension
About George Washington Bridge
The worlds busiest motor vehicle bridge with 51 million crossings annually. The towers were meant to be clad in stone but the Great Depression halted that plan. The exposed steel lattice is now iconic. Originally had 6 lanes, now 14. Has the largest free-flying American flag on major holidays.
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