Galena Creek Bridge, Concrete arch bridge at Interstate 580, Nevada
The Galena Creek Bridge spans 1,725 feet in length and reaches a height of 295 feet, connecting Carson City with Reno through Interstate 580.
Construction of this transportation project started in 2003 and underwent multiple modifications before its final completion and opening to traffic in August 2012.
Local residents initially referred to the structure as 'The Bridge to Nowhere' during its extended construction period due to the substantial investment of 80 million dollars.
The bridge incorporates two parallel cast-in-place concrete arches measuring 19.7 feet in width and contains over 3,000 tons of epoxy-coated reinforcing steel.
This structure stands as the largest cathedral arch bridge in existence, featuring a central span of 689 feet and supporting the deck only at its center point.
Location: Nevada
Made from material: concrete
GPS coordinates: 39.34883,-119.79126
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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