Georgia Viaduct, Twin bridge system in Downtown Vancouver, Canada
The Georgia Viaduct is a twin elevated roadway system connecting Downtown Vancouver to Main Street and the Strathcona neighborhood through two parallel concrete structures. The viaduct passes between two major sports venues and serves as a primary traffic route for vehicles moving in and out of the eastern downtown area.
An earlier viaduct built in 1915 was replaced in 1972 by the current structure as part of an ambitious freeway expansion plan for the city. Community opposition eventually halted further development of this highway system.
The viaduct stands as a reminder of Hogan's Alley, a historic community hub for Vancouver's Black Canadian residents that was demolished to make room for the structure. Today, this loss remains part of how locals understand the area's development.
The viaduct is accessible on foot, and you can view it from ground level or travel along the roads that connect with it. The area experiences heavy vehicle traffic during peak hours, so be prepared for noise and congestion.
Following a 2015 city council decision, the viaduct is slated for demolition to make way for parks, housing, and commercial spaces in a shift away from car-dependent design. This transformation represents a major rethinking of how the downtown area should function for its residents.
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