Hoover Dam Bridge Image 2
A 1,900-foot span designed to divert traffic from the narrow, switchback-laden road across the Hoover Dam, it will be the longest concrete arch bridge in the Western Hemisphere when it opens next fall, with 106 segments of ultra-high-strength concrete forming a twin-rib arch.
Impressive, beautiful architecture. And pretty fascinating. Only thing... I actually have enjoyed driving over the Dam itself. I suppose you'll get a good view of it from the new bridge. Wonder if you'll have the option of going either way?
After 9-11 many major dams of the USA were closed to public access due to the threat level being raised. This bridge was in planning stages because of increasing traffic over the years since the dam was built. It became more urgent to complete as events unfolded. Great to see some actual Engineering and construction being done in the USA. Maybe some Engineers are still being educated in our colleges?
Many Lawyers and Politicians (the same) were being produced for sure.