Sunshine Skyway Bridge, Bridge in Florida, USA
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge is a cable-stayed bridge spanning the Lower Tampa Bay connecting St. Petersburg to Terra Ceia.
The current bridge was completed in 1987, replacing an older bridge destroyed in a ship collision.
The bridge is considered a symbol of Florida and is featured on many postcards and in films.
The bridge has a total length of 21,877 feet (4.1 miles) and carries four lanes of traffic.
It's known for its distinctive yellow color and is often lit up at night.
Location: Florida
Inception: April 20, 1987
Official opening: September 6, 1954
Height: 131 m
Longest Span: 366 m
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