East-Link, Toll bridge in Dublin Docklands, Ireland
Description
The East-Link, also known as Tom Clarke Bridge, spans the River Liffey in Dublin, connecting North Wall to Ringsend. It is the final river crossing before the port entrance, stretching 150 meters and carrying significant daily traffic.
History
The bridge opened in October 1984 after a construction investment of roughly 8 million pounds. Control passed to Dublin City Council in 2015.
Culture
The bridge was renamed Tom Clarke Bridge in 2016 to honor an Irish republican leader from the 1916 Easter Rising. This choice reflects how the location serves as a memorial to a key figure in the country's independence movement.
Practical
The bridge is a toll crossing, so drivers should expect to pay when passing through. The structure lifts regularly to allow ships to pass, so occasional brief delays are possible.
Did you know?
The bridge lifts approximately three times daily to allow larger vessels to pass between the port and the Irish Sea. This lifting mechanism is visible from the river level or if you happen to witness the raises from above.
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