A. Murray MacKay Bridge, Transportation bridge in Halifax Harbour, Canada.
Description
The A. Murray MacKay Bridge is a suspension bridge crossing Halifax Harbour and connecting the Halifax Peninsula to Dartmouth. It carries four lanes of traffic across its span of roughly 1,200 meters (3,940 feet).
History
The bridge opened in 1970 as the second crossing of Halifax Harbour, following the Angus L. Macdonald Bridge completed in 1955. Its construction addressed the growing need for improved transportation between the two shores.
Culture
The bridge is named after Alexander Murray MacKay, who oversaw the Halifax-Dartmouth Bridge Commission for two decades. His name represents the connection between the two communities on either side of the harbour.
Practical
The bridge accommodates vehicles, buses, and bicycles, with electronic tolling managed through the MACPASS system for cars. Travelers should note that electronic payments offer lower rates than paying by cash at toll booths.
Did you know?
The structure uses an orthotropic steel deck system that reduces weight and makes the construction more efficient. This building method was groundbreaking for North America and influenced many later bridge projects.
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