Burrard Bridge, Steel truss bridge in Vancouver, Canada
Description
Burrard Bridge is a steel truss through arch bridge spanning False Creek to connect downtown Vancouver with the Kitsilano neighborhood. The five-part steel structure features four traffic lanes and integrated cycling infrastructure running along the crossing.
History
The bridge opened in 1932 and represents a key milestone in Vancouver's urban development. Its completion enabled improved connections between the growing downtown and neighboring residential areas.
Culture
The bridge displays Art Deco details with decorative towers and statues of Captain George Vancouver and Sir Harry Burrard on its piers. These artworks give the crossing over False Creek its distinctive character and shape how locals and visitors experience this passageway.
Practical
The crossing is easily accessible for pedestrians and cyclists, with clear paths on both sides. The broader structure accommodates the heavy traffic flow during peak hours without feeling crowded.
Did you know?
Four large braziers positioned at the bridge's ends serve as memorials to First World War prisoners of war. These fire vessels recall the fires that provided warmth to captives held in military camps.
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