Manahawkin Bay Bridge, Road bridge in Ocean County, New Jersey, US.
The Manahawkin Bay Bridge carries Route 72 over multiple waterways, connecting the mainland at Stafford Township to Ship Bottom on Long Beach Island.
Constructed in the 1950s, the bridge received its official name, Dorland J. Henderson Memorial Bridge, in 2000 to honor the engineer who designed its lighting.
The bridge functions as the primary connection point for residents and visitors accessing Long Beach Island's coastal communities and recreational destinations.
The infrastructure includes six-foot sidewalks, bicycle lanes, and wider shoulders to accommodate multiple transportation modes across the waterway system.
The structure features 768 lights in its guardrails, creating an illumination system that marks the first installation of its type worldwide.
Location: New Jersey
GPS coordinates: 39.66160,-74.20260
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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