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The Golden Gate Bridge is a suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate, the one-mile-wide (1.6 km) strait connecting San Francisco Bay and the Pacific Ocean.
- Before the Bridge Existed. Prior to the existence of the bridge, the only way to go back and forth between San Francisco and Marin County was by way of ferry boats.
- Rationale for the Bridge. A bridge to create a route between San Francisco and Marin County was deemed vital. At that time, San Francisco was the biggest American city still primarily served by ferry boats; this contributed to a deficiency in the growth rate of the city.
- Design and Construction. Engineer Joseph Strauss was responsible for the design of this bridge and he was in charge of the overall design and building of the structure.
- Initial Construction Proposal. In 1872, three years after the completion of the transcontinental railroad, a bid was made by Charles Crocker for the construction of a bridge that would extend over the Golden Gate Strait.
May 23, 2024 · Golden Gate Bridge, suspension bridge spanning the Golden Gate in California to link San Francisco with Marin county to the north. Upon its completion in 1937, it was the tallest and longest suspension bridge in the world. Learn more about the history and construction of the Golden Gate Bridge.
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Feb 17, 2015 · Learn about the construction, design and significance of the Golden Gate Bridge, a suspension bridge that connects San Francisco to Marin County, California. Find out how it was built, how long it is, what color it is and more.
Jul 17, 2020 · Golden Gate Bridge facts that will take you closer to the world's most photographed bridge. Learn its history, design, and other highlights.
Jul 11, 2019 · The 1.7-mile-long Golden Gate Bridge, an icon of the San Francisco Bay region, connects the city of San Francisco to Marin County, California. At its completion in 1937, the suspension bridge...
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Apr 14, 2016 · On May 27, 1937, San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge opened to the public. Here are a few things you might not have known about the oft-photographed structure.
