George Washington Memorial Bridge

The George Washington Memorial Bridge spans 898 meters across the water, with a central span of 145 meters and reaches 51 meters in height.

The bridge commenced operations on February 22, 1932, marking a substantial advancement in Seattle's infrastructure during the early years of the Great Depression.

The structure earned recognition on the National Register of Historic Places for its contributions to transportation development in the Pacific Northwest region.

The bridge serves as a primary transportation route connecting northern Seattle neighborhoods while providing essential passage for vehicles across the Lake Washington Ship Canal.

The engineering design combines both cantilever and truss techniques, demonstrating the technological capabilities of 1930s bridge construction methods in the United States.

Location: Seattle

Inception: February 22, 1932

Official opening: February 22, 1932

Height: 51 m

Length: 898 m

Longest Span: 145 m

GPS coordinates: 47.64639,-122.34722

Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29