Roberto Clemente Bridge, Road bridge in downtown Pittsburgh, US
The Roberto Clemente Bridge stretches around 884 feet (269 meters) across the Allegheny River and links downtown Pittsburgh to the North Shore area near PNC Park. The self-anchored suspension design features two yellow steel arches and carries both vehicles and pedestrians between the shores.
The American Bridge Company constructed this crossing in 1928, replacing three earlier structures that had stood at the same location. The design has remained largely unchanged over the decades and continues to serve as a key link between neighborhoods.
In 1998, the Sixth Street Bridge received its current name to honor Pittsburgh Pirates baseball player Roberto Clemente, who died during a humanitarian mission. The renaming links the structure to the city's sports history and makes it a visible sign of admiration for the outfielder.
The bridge closes to vehicles during Pittsburgh Pirates and Steelers games, transforming into a pedestrian walkway for fans heading to the stadiums. Visitors should expect crowds and plan alternate routes if an event is taking place.
The crossing belongs to the Three Sisters, the only group of three identical self-anchoring suspension bridges in the United States. All three were completed within a few years and form a matching architectural ensemble along the riverfront.
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