Fort Duquesne Bridge, Highway bridge in Pittsburgh, United States.
The Fort Duquesne Bridge spans the Allegheny River with two decks, featuring an upper level for northbound traffic and a lower level for southbound traffic.
Construction began in 1958 and finished in 1963, but the bridge remained incomplete until 1969 due to missing approach ramps on the north side.
The structure earned the nickname 'Bridge to Nowhere' after Frederick Williams drove his car off the unfinished northern end in December 1964.
The bridge carries Interstate 279 across the Allegheny River at mile marker 0.2, connecting downtown Pittsburgh with the North Shore district.
The steel bowstring arch design incorporates riveted plates and dressed stone facing on the piers, with a total construction cost of 5 million dollars.
Location: Pittsburgh
GPS coordinates: 40.44430,-80.00930
Latest update: May 10, 2025 22:40
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