Ethel Kennedy Bridge, Road bridge across Anacostia River, Washington D.C., United States
The Ethel Kennedy Bridge spans the Anacostia River with eight traffic lanes and pedestrian paths on both sides of its 548-foot length.
The current structure replaced a 1934 bridge during a major reconstruction project completed in 2004 as part of the Benning Road infrastructure modernization.
The District Council renamed the bridge in 2014 to honor Ethel Kennedy's dedication to environmental restoration and youth programs in neighborhoods near Anacostia River.
The bridge carries approximately 68,400 vehicles daily and connects to the Washington Metro Blue, Orange, and Silver lines that cross above its western section.
The structure includes five spans designed as plate girders and incorporates wide sidewalks with new pedestrian access points along its entire length.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1961
Official opening: 1961
GPS coordinates: 38.89720,-76.96365
Latest update: November 28, 2025 14:29
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