Galena Creek Bridge, Concrete arch bridge at Interstate 580, Nevada
Galena Creek Bridge is a concrete arch bridge crossing Interstate 580 between Carson City and Reno in Nevada. The structure uses two parallel concrete arches to support the roadway, connecting two major transportation corridors in the region.
Construction started in 2003 and the bridge opened to traffic in 2012 after nearly a decade of work. Local residents jokingly called it 'the Bridge to Nowhere' during its extended building phase.
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 sits on Interstate 580 and is easy to reach when traveling between the two cities. Daytime driving offers the best views of both the structure and the landscape below.
This is one of the world's largest cathedral arch bridges and is supported at only a single center point. This unusual design allows the entire roadway to hang from one central support.
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