Captain Cook Bridge, New South Wales, Road bridge in southern Sydney, Australia
The Captain Cook Bridge is a road bridge crossing the Georges River in southern Sydney, featuring three traffic lanes in each direction alongside dedicated paths for cyclists and pedestrians. The structure links the St George area to the Sutherland Shire and carries thousands of vehicles daily across its concrete spans.
The bridge replaced a ferry service that operated between Sans Souci and Taren Point from 1911, followed by a motorized punt service in 1916. This crossing became a key infrastructure link connecting the two sides of the river with a permanent structure.
The structure bears the name of British explorer Captain James Cook, who landed at nearby Kurnell during his Endeavour voyage in April 1770.
The bridge maintains an 80 kilometer per hour speed limit and experiences heavy traffic during peak hours. Both drivers and cyclists find dedicated routes, allowing safe passage across the river.
The foundations sink 67 meters below the water surface to reach the sandstone base beneath the riverbed. This deep anchoring represents a remarkable technical achievement for its era.
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