Veterans Bridge, Steel girder bridge in Pittsburgh, United States
Description
Veterans Bridge is a steel girder structure that carries Interstate 579 across the Allegheny River in Pittsburgh. The bridge connects different parts of the city and handles heavy traffic flow daily with its multiple lanes for vehicles of varying occupancy levels.
History
The bridge was built in the late 1980s and marked an important moment in Pittsburgh's infrastructure development during that era. Its completion helped improve transportation connections across the city.
Culture
The official opening ceremony in November 1988 featured the 107th National Guard firing howitzers from the bridge deck to commemorate its completion.
Practical
The bridge is accessible to vehicles and can experience heavy traffic during peak hours. If you are visiting the area, be aware that traffic can be intense during main commute times.
Did you know?
The bridge design required modifications to surrounding structures, including the removal of a section from a Pennsylvania Railroad freight building's roof.
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