Cambie Bridge, Box girder bridge in Vancouver, Canada
Cambie Bridge is a six-lane, twin post-tensioned prestressed concrete box girder bridge crossing False Creek in Vancouver. Its continuous spans rest on thick rectangular concrete columns, and the deck carries a metal railing with red banners. The concrete was tinted with volcanic ash from Mount Lassen, giving the structure its grey tone.
Construction finished in 1985 and replaced two earlier bridges from 1891 and 1911 that stood at the same location. This is the third version of a crossing built at this site over False Creek.
The bridge connects several neighborhoods and serves as a main route for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the water daily. It forms part of the transportation network that links the southern shore with downtown.
Separate pedestrian walkways protected by concrete barriers keep foot traffic safe, while a dedicated bicycle lane has been in place since 2018. Both areas allow visitors to cross the bridge on foot or by bike with clear separation from vehicle lanes.
A neighborhood heating and water system runs beneath the southern section, supplying energy to nearby buildings below the structure. This hidden infrastructure shows how modern bridges can serve multiple purposes at once.
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