William R. Bennett Bridge, Floating road bridge in Kelowna, Canada.
Description
The William R. Bennett Bridge is a floating road bridge that crosses Okanagan Lake, spanning approximately 1 kilometer. Nine concrete pontoons support the elevated roadway that carries Highway 97.
History
The bridge opened in 2008 to replace the 1958 Okanagan Lake Bridge, which could not handle growing traffic demands. The replacement became necessary to better serve the region's expanding transportation needs.
Culture
The bridge bears the name of Bill Bennett, a former British Columbia premier who shaped regional development. His name reminds visitors of the province's political past.
Practical
Highway 97 crosses the bridge with five lanes of traffic flowing in both directions. Pedestrians and cyclists have access to a separate pathway to safely reach the opposite shore.
Did you know?
This is Canada's only floating bridge, engineered to handle water depths exceeding 250 meters and challenging ground conditions. The design demonstrates an uncommon approach that allows the structure to adapt to lake conditions.
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