Chef Menteur Bridge, Road and swing bridge in Louisiana, US
The Chef Menteur Bridge spans 1,174 feet across Chef Menteur Pass, connecting New Orleans with Slidell through U.S. Route 90.
The bridge construction in 1929 marked a crucial development in Louisiana's transportation network, enabling vehicle access to previously isolated eastern communities.
The name Chef Menteur translates to 'Lying Chief' from French, reflecting the area's deep connections to both Native American and French colonial heritage.
The bridge's swing design allows marine vessels to pass through Chef Menteur Pass while maintaining a regular traffic flow of 3,500 vehicles daily.
The structure features a 269-foot central span that rotates horizontally to create a water passage, demonstrating early 20th-century engineering solutions.
Location: Louisiana
Inception: 1929
Official opening: 1929
GPS coordinates: 30.06790,-89.80410
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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