Helyx Bridge, Spiral pedestrian bridge in Gainesville, United States
The Helyx Bridge spans across SW 13th Street with twin interlocking curved metal waves that create a spiraling architectural pattern illuminated by LED lights.
The structure originated as a railroad bridge connecting to the Old Gainesville Depot before its transformation into a pedestrian crossing during the 1980s rail trail conversion.
The bridge design incorporates elements that reflect both Gainesville's railroad heritage and the medical focus of the nearby University of Florida Health Science Center.
Students and medical professionals utilize this crossing daily as it connects residential areas to the University of Florida campus and UF Health facilities.
The bridge features two connected sine waves shifted 180 degrees apart, creating an optical pattern that earned it the nickname DNA Bridge.
Location: Florida
GPS coordinates: 29.64107,-82.33932
Latest update: March 2, 2025 20:00
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