Benjamin Franklin Bridge
Benjamin Franklin Bridge, Suspension bridge between Philadelphia and Camden, United States.
The steel bridge stretches across the Delaware River with a total length of 2,273 meters and features a central span of 533 meters.
Upon completion in 1926, the Benjamin Franklin Bridge held the record for the longest suspension bridge span in the world until 1929.
The structure serves as a physical connection between Pennsylvania and New Jersey, representing the strong ties between these two neighboring states.
The bridge accommodates Interstate 676, US Route 30, PATCO Speedline trains, and includes separate walkways for pedestrians and cyclists crossing the Delaware River.
The Delaware River Port Authority collects tolls from westbound vehicles to maintain this steel structure that carries over 100,000 vehicles daily.
Location: Pennsylvania
Location: Camden
Inception: July 1, 1926
Architects: Paul Philippe Cret
Official opening: July 1, 1926
Length: 2,273 m
Longest Span: 533 m
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 39.95300,-75.13400
Latest update: September 23, 2025 16:45
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